Whump is an internet slang term commonly used to describe a specific genre of fanfiction or storytelling. Usually associated with TV shows or movies, whump refers to the act of subjecting a beloved character to various forms of physical or emotional distress, such as injuries, trauma, or other hardships. Fans use this term to express their enjoyment of seeing characters experiencing difficulties and the resulting comfort and care provided by other characters.
Examples:
1. In a whump fanfiction story, the protagonist might be kidnapped, beaten up, and emotionally tormented, causing readers to become more invested in their journey to recovery. It’s all about putting characters through challenging situations and witnessing their resilience.
2. Fans might say, “I love it when my favorite character gets whumped!” This means they enjoy seeing the character go through hardships because it adds depth to their story and elicits a complex range of emotions from the audience.
Whump represents a genre of fanfiction or storytelling.
It involves subjecting characters to physical or emotional distress.
Fans enjoy seeing characters face difficulties and witnessing their growth.
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