What are your tips or suggestions for a male first entering in the community to get himself out there, to get noticed, and to engage in play?

Same for everyone- find the local scene, introduce yourself, learn things, ask questions (at appropriate times), go to demos, don't treat the community like Fight Club- you don't have to play your first time. You are more likely to get quality play sooner if you take some time to figure out what actually looks like a good time for you and make personal connections with the people that you're going to play with. Read some books, check out some videos, read up on negotiation and basic saftey.
Remember that we're just a group of people like any other group, so you're going to find a mix of personalities, intentions and behaviors. Get to know some people- check references, use safe calls and have as much fun as possible.

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