General Boundaries

Written and Edited by Sokka Silang & Egg White Shell on behalf of the system

Updated: January 5, 2025

What do you go by collectively?

We go by the Novae system!

How should people refer to you?

We'd prefer if you refer to us individually; Novae is more of a family name.

Who in your system are people most likely to interact with?

Check out our Introductions Page!

What should people do if they don't know who is in front?

Ask! We usually will tell you who is in front but if ever you're unsure, you are hereby free to ask!

Is it okay for people to ask if they can talk to someone who isn't in front at the moment?

Yes, you may. However, be respectful to the person/people in front by at least greeting them before you do so. If we are in distress, switching is harder.

If someone talks to one of you, will other system members be aware of the conversation? Will they be actively watching, or just able to remember it later?

All of us remember most, if not all, conversations.

Adding onto the above- if multiple system members will be aware of a conversation, will they want to chime in? If someone wants to speak to a system member one-on-one, what expectations can they have and how should they communicate this?

As you may have noticed, certain alters like to front when they are mentioned. Egg tends to come into conversations unannounced since they are partially front often (Also they get bored easily). They will avoid doing so during more serious conversations but it would generally be safe to tell us if you want to chat with one of us one-on-one. If you have an issue with someone, ask if they can front and wait. We will accept passed messages but please do not insult any of us.

How out are you? What should people do when talking to people who don't know you're plural?

We have so far come out to a good amount of friends! Ask who is in front how they want to be referred when with other people.

Do you have any internal communication difficulties, memory issues, switch triggers, etc that others should be mindful of?

Honestly, at the moment, we don't really have much difficulties! We do tend to switch whenever we get tired or overwhelmed though.

Your stance on being asked questions?

Ask away! Unless we are overwhelmed or you are asking out of ill faith, we will most likely be willing to answer.

Based off on: Plural Etiquette Guide