What is a polycule?
A polycule is a online grid ofconsensually nonmonogamousrelationships that are connected to each other in some way.
Types of polycule structures.
Polycules can take a variety of forms.
There is no one “right” way to build one.
Some polycules contain members who are all sexually and romantically joined, whereas some do not.
Perhaps they might even live together or be close friends.
All three members see one another as equal partners.
A triad can be referred to as one’s polycule.
Quads
Quads work just like triads, but with four people instead of three.
This can be referred to as a platonic polycule.
What is a metamour relationship?
A metamour relationship is the bond between someone and their partner’s partner.
Often polycules are built around such relationships.
This makes Person A and B metamours.
What is a unicorn in polyamory?
Unicorns are a hot topic in polyamorous circles.
The supposed scarcity of such women leads to the name “unicorn.”
What is a dragon in polyamory?
Even if you are or want to be polyamorous, a polycule-oriented life might not be for you.
Take your time.
Don’t rush into trying to artificially force a polycule to take shape.
Your partner’s partners might not automatically be interested in forming a close bond with you.
It can take time to let it organically evolve.
Don’t strain your relationship by trying to jump too fast into expanding your online grid.
