PRIDE MONTH: TRANS TALK (LGBT Stories)

[@NyxRising]

Please note, COMMENTS ARE BEING MODERATED FOR THIS VIDEO. WE WILL NOT APPROVE ANY COMMENT INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: - Discussing the sexuality or gender of anyone other than Chase, yourself, or any person explicitly discussed within this video (do NOT out anyone in the comments, even if you're confident it is well known fact. We will not approve your comment!) - Blatant offensive or inappropriate language or feedback Sorry to have to do this for the first time ever, but we've had to delete comments on Bee's video so I'm sure you understand. Chase really wants to share his story, and hopes others find this video inspiring and helpful. If you have any questions, please direct them to his personal accounts here where he will happily discuss with you: Chase - ► twitter.com/grinpaynes ► grinpaynes.tumblr.com

[@helpme9766]

NyxRising Industries please help. I want to come out the closet as bi but my family don't condone homosexuality or bisexuality plus they're very religious....what should I do?

[@NyxRising]

We're sorry to hear that! We can't really advise because we don't want to put you in harms way or make the decision for you - coming out is a very personal experience and you have to be the one to pass judgment on your situation. You have to evaluate how you think they'll react (with everyone you come out to, because coming out is a journey, not an event - you'll find yourself doing it with people throughout your entire life) and whether you're ready to cope with the aftermath of whatever that reaction will be, and your situation (will they be angry? are they likely to stop speaking to you? can you cope with that? if you're living at home and you're worried they'll throw you out, perhaps it's best to wait until you're more secure, for example). I hope you can if you want to, but please be safe too! ~ Nyx

[@Dorianbones]

“I’m a binary male but like fabulous” What a mood honestly 👌🏼

[@vermillionaltair9146]

I wasn't even aware Chase was trans, wow. I'm so glad you're happy with who you are and were accepted so well for it! As a pansexual gender fluid person I never truly found the confidence to embrace my identity, but it's videos like this that help me feel happier with what I am, so thank you

[@orph11c]

Chase has beautiful eyes, pass it on

[@aminadaifi6762]

emypia I know right! His eyes are gorgeous :)

[@arinaarinza]

and eyebrows

[@Lockwood-strangerthings]

ikr? its awesome

[@radioface4756]

The fact that I am not the only one to realise in my early teens is really reassuring, I just wish my mum and dad were as accepting as Chase's were.

[@ezra-jacksimas9613]

Tyler Cecil same with all of that man

[@radioface4756]

Takeda Chaser You'll get there someday, good sir, I wish you luck

[@Mothman_In_a_T-Pose]

It took until I was 22 to figure out my gender identity. (Nonbinary/novagender) Everyone takes a different pace, and it can either be a slap in the face or a slow realization. :)

[@luccaowens]

As a Non-Binary person, it is SO nice to hear about you speaking about trans issues!! I also agree! I only came out as trans to people that I trust and are truly accepting of it. Be safe everyone!!

[@luccaowens]

Also good lord Chase is SO PRETTY.

[@internetboy774]

Lukey omg Luke i love your videos!!!!

[@prince_charm1ng]

Ahhhh! Chase is a fellow ACE! To hear about your experience is much appreciated! Super, super stoked about Pride Month and all it has to offer this year.

[@rosie94877]

YES ACE PEOPLE REPRESENT

[@Clownbunnycosplay]

I so thought Chase was cis ,

[@Marchpisces2004]

Me too!

[@harlequeenchannel]

Same!!

[@lenchianteur9660]

I remember watching this video a year ago, and now, watching it at my sixth month off medical transition. Thx Chase, because you are one of thus "public" people who really helped me when I was lost and couldn't take any decisions about my transidentity. Thank you very much

[@xxdemonboixx]

Thank you for telling your story and making this video. I'm transmale myself and I didn't have that positive vibe coming from my family when I came out to them about the matter that I'm their son, instead of being their daughter. I'm still having a mental fight with it, after 5 years, with my family 'cause they wont accept me as I am. I realised who I am and what I am when I was 13 and it's been a roller coaster after that for almost 10 years. Listening you telling about story makes me believe that there's hope for me and everybody else who's trans. Thank you, and excuse me for the long comment, so much xoxo

[@fynns5089]

I am also trans male and ace. Very proud. #happypridemonth

[@officert5147]

As an ace transmasculine person who likes to wear makeup, I can't tell you how my heart and wig jetpacked into the stratosphere with joy when I first saw this video, and when I come back to watch it sometimes. Bc Chase is one of my biggest inspirations. An icon. 👌🔥✨this video makes me feel safe.

[@jayk9043]

I literally streamed "what?!" when I saw the title of this video, I had no idea. Thank you So much for openly speaking about this topic and stay awesome!

[@Dizzy_frog]

I go to an all girls school and I identify as a transguy. It's nice to know that people out there have had similar experiences. I'm not open to my parents, including my sister, or my school. However the LGBTQ+ group at school I run and my friends are incredibly accepting.

[@HarleyMaldonado]

This is more than validating. Im a pre-everything fabulous gothy trans man, and Im too devoted to experimenting with makeup and different types of drag/characters to give it up. I often feel super self concious about experimenting lately becajse Im worried it invalidates my masculinity. Hearing your story and experiences is so comforting to hear. You do you, Chase, and im gonna do me, and we're all gonna do just great! 💙

[@bennettcosplays8143]

Chase~ BLESS You are soooo handsome and I adore you so much. I’m also a trans man so thanks so much for sharing your story! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@althealien7639]

This video is relatable in some ways. And it's so true. I'm a Trans male and Pan so this was really cool to watch/listen too for pride month. I also like wearing dresses and makeup and I am the manliest man I know 😂 this video just made me so happy!

[@hahndoesnothing2872]

I had no idea, you pass so well! Much love to you! As a panromantic asexual non-binary, it's fantastic to have you guys' having a storytime to raise awareness for different spectrums of the LGBTQ+ community

[@whatlenalikes1674]

I LOVE ORPHAN BLACK OMG. you guys should totally do some OB cosplay! also chase you’re such a beautiful human being and this is a great video! this channel is my happy place.

[@greyhitachiin9398]

Proud Gender Fluid Human (18) in the process of legally changing my name to a gender neutral name and out to my whole family. I am so lucky to have such an accepting family (my Christian G Ma has a photo of me in a suit and another in a dress and it’s beautiful). I am also pansexual and dating a cis Bi male. I’m so surrounded by diversity (many friends in different places of the spectrum of gender and sexuality) and I love how society is changing to accept us more. Thank you for sharing your story and feeling comfortable to share on such a large platform. You’re a wonderful human!

[@lixieflix927]

Your eyebrows fascinate me. They’re so *fierce* So happy that you’re comfortable with talking about this in so much detail. What you said about ‘toxic masculinity’ really stood out to me because i know people like that. I know people that have such fragile masculinity that they’ve resorted to physical violence (towards me) when they’ve felt I’ve threatened it. And I’m just so happy, moved to tears even, that you’re comfortable enough to wear *fantastic* makeup and still be so so confident in your masculinity. I identify as pansexual, sometimes i use the gay umbrella and other times the bisexual umbrella but I’m comfortable enough to say, I don’t think i fully fit as pansexual. I relate to the term in more ways than one but I’m still confused and I’m still questioning and i think thats ok.

[@highbrowculture]

As a transmasculine person myself, it means so much to see people like yourself, people with a platform, being open about their transness! I especially liked when you talked about gender expression, since I'm currently trying to overcome the "I-need-to-be-supermasculine-or-noone-will-take-me-seriously" thoughts. Seeing you being so comfortable with your masculinity creates some hope in my own queer, feminine, baby-faced self💖💖

[@blakegrace7049]

As someone who identifies as nonbinary and asexual, this genuinely makes my heart so happy. Thank you for sharing your experience Chase, it means the world to me that you opened up about this. This has helped me so much just to hear you so positively speak about both. Thank you so much

[@blueriver.]

Oh my gosh Chase, I can't express how much this video means to me! Im asexual and trans agender and hearing your story is so inspiring and validating. Thank you so so much for being open with us; your words have no doubt helped and resonated with a lot of people. Also Sasha Velour is amazing and I'm so jealous that you've been to her shows!!

[@roari-clydea.soule-fahey1756]

I identify as non-binary and genderfluid, and it took a while to get to this point, but, now that I'm here, I feel so much happier than I was. Thank you so much for sharing, Chase, and happy pride!

[@felixhickswatkins939]

As a transman this makes me so happy x

[@fynns5089]

Felix hickswatkins me too

[@kylecunningham3380]

I was hesitant to watch this video because a lot of the trans videos I have watched all same the same thing. It was nice to watch a video where I could relate to it a lot more and feel more secure about myself because of it. I didn't discover I was trans until about 14 or 13, only a couple of years ago, and I hear all the time that people knew from a young age when I didn't and it made me question myself. Finding someone who also didn't know until later on in their lives just means a lot to me. As well as listening to someone from the UK with their experience with the NHS. I also don't see a lot of trans-males who, for a lack of better wording, indulge in their feminine side. It's something I'm scared to do outside of my cosplay, but it's so wonderful to hear from someone who is comfortable enough to do it. I'm glad I watched this video and it just made me feel a lot better about myself in more ways than one. So thank you, Chase, for doing this video and sharing it with the world ^^ BTW, I love you and your cosplays:33 XD

[@cygnusdevilliers4931]

This video is probably one of the only ones I've seen that's genuinely made me feel comfortable with the idea of showing off my transness in all its glory. Thanks for making this Chase, it's was uplifting, and relieving to feel so comfortable watching this.

[@beccakatee]

Thank you Chase (and the rest of NyxRising) for making these videos :) (Also Chase I really like your shirt)

[@KAOSgrimkarnate]

I live in a third world country. I'm nonbinary and pan. I know I won't ever be able to tell my family about being nonbinary. They wouldn't understand it at all. Sometimes, I feel like I might be trans and I don't know if I'm just afraid of what people will say or if I just need to figure myself out more. I don't know if I like my feminine aspects because it's "safe" or if I really like being a girl. Sometimes I watch transition videos and cry because I know if I ever decide that I want that, I won't be able to afford it. This video means a lot. I love seeing other people who are open and who are loved. If I can't live that life then it's nice just seeing others being able to. It's videos like these that make me realize you guys have created a community with your fans. I love it so much. So yeah...thank you.

[@CapnParsnip]

As s many people is saying I thought you were a cis male! I'm so happy you're a fellow ace and I showed this to my fiance who's going through this transition rn. This video helped him alot

[@NikolaiHewitt]

I'm also an ace trans guy. My Mum wasn't as supportive and is just telling me to do everything on my own, which is scary, but seeing people talking openly about their experiences is comforting. You keep doing you Chase 💪 Happy Pride Month everyone x

[@shad3thehunter989]

Chase, you sir, are quite the inspiration and you have given me more confidence to say that I'm non-binary as well as being openly ace

[@57daysproductions]

Can i cry for a second over Chase mentioning NB people as part of the trans community? So often people shove us aside, even within the lgbtq+ community, and it literally just makes me so happy to hear other trans people validating us.. ❤❤❤

[@Obradyroxmysox]

Chase, thank you so much for being so open about your experiences. A lot of what you said hit very close to home for me and my experiences as a transman (especially about feeling like you have to present super masculine just to feel valid in your masculinity and be accepted as a guy). It’s very reassuring and encouraging to hear such kind positivity from a fellow trans person. Keep on being awesome!

[@ceecil]

i was so happy when u talked about felix bc he’s actually the character that kinda triggered the realisation that i was trans ! like i’d always thought that there was no possible way i could be trans bc i still wanted to present in a sorta feminine way, but felix’s whole look and aura felt so spot-on in terms of how i wanted people to see me.

[@maximusbanks4085]

I’m gonna add my hat into the “Thought Chase was Cis” corner! Such a FABULOUS man and I hope he continues to love himself forever and ever.

[@s.e6174]

Thank you so so much for this video Chase 💗 I only just recently starting using the word trans to refer to myself despite knowing who I was for 8 years now. It's difficult, and I'm so glad you brought up the variety in medical-related experiences because in embracing my transness, I've also embraced my androgyny and sometimes I feel like a fake for not being ready to transition.

[@AB-xy4bc]

Wow, that's awesome that your mom was ready to learn and support you! "Fabulous~!" is my gender, too, lol. I'm a transmasculine non-binary person but I relate a lot. (I'm ace, too! Whoo!) I'm also queer. Sometimes I feel a little self-conscious telling people because I feel like I have too many identities to be taken seriously, and I'm not sure what they'll think, but it's just who I am. Everybody else can deal with it, lol. I'm just living and loving myself as best I can. Thanks for sharing about you! This was lovely. : D

[@TheBluelady98]

I'm so happy that someone finally adressed the issue of asexuality. It is true that we are generally not bullied or discriminated against but people never take us seriously. Like when I told my sister I might be asexual her reaction was "yeah, right". And that can hurt. Even my bisexual friend didn't take me seriously. They made me feel like it was wrong to think I was asexual without "experience" but that's the thing, I don't want experience. Thank you for telling me I am valid, I needed that!

[@themasquerade9136]

Ahhhh I love all of you guys, I'm so proud of you Chase. This whole team just is amazing. You all are so confident and secure in who you are and it's so inspiring and thank you for being you and being as open as you are. It really gives people like me someone to look up to and just *thank you all so much*

[@madtophatter1020]

Happy pride month everyone! 🌈 As someone who's currently questioning their gender identity, all these lovely LGBT videos are so inspiring and comforting. I love that you can share your stories and inspire others to share there's :)

[@kichicat2127]

I absolutely love your encouragement! I am questioning my sexuality at the moment, so far nothing just feels right and this encouragement and acceptance just made me feel all warm inside, like maybe I don't even have to feel bad I don't know right this minute what I am, it's just a label after all. Thank you so much for sharing your story Chase I'm positive you've encouraged many many people with this! Much love to all og you at NyxRising Industries, and thanks for bringing me here Jack (I've followed from his previous channel)

[@BlueMerStudios]

Chase, thanks for sharing your story. You certainly didn't have to, but it is so awesome that you did. Opening yourself up to unknown strangers on the internet cannot be easy, but you showing your own support to others by sharing is really great of you. Happy Pride!

[@arisparks7535]

This whole video was so uplifting and encouraging and wholesome. I am a nb transman and it's awesome to see others crushing toxic masculinity standards and being free to be fabulous~! Thank you for sharing Chase and for being you!

[@LavandiaLovador]

aaaah thank you for sharing your positivity, chase!! it's so good to hear you have great support! it's always good to hear, that there are people out there finding their true self and be lucky with it!

[@vaughendustries]

I know I watched this so late after it was posted. But I think I kinda needed to see this now. I really appreciate you sharing your story like this, Chase. You're wonderful, and I personally needed this quite a lot. Just, this, having another trans guy talk about being trans in such a positive way, with the whole story in such a positive light. The whole set up of the video being a normal lifestyle video, is so validating in a way I rarely really see, and in a way I really needed to see.

[@spiderq848]

Omg ace representation is so rare and awesome! And I totally hear you on the having a place in pride thing. The hatred for ace people in the community is so awful sometimes especially online but whenever there is positive representation it's just the best. Love you and your cosplays so much!

[@CirqueDemonic]

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, Chase.

[@greysonaskew3903]

"You are valid as you are." Just thank you, seriously. Thank you 💙

[@rosierennie5867]

You brought up a brilliant fact: "It's not your story to tell" And I think everyone should heed those words wisely. If you out someone before they are ready - Then you're causing more harm than good All the love to you Chase 💖 Thank you for sharing your story

[@greencupcakes1]

Very proud of you for standing up as a positive role model for the community! It’s great to see someone who’s not presenting their trans identity as the biggest part of them. Very proud to see how you embrace “femininity” in your masculinity and that is so SO important in this new age of acceptance! Love yourself ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 Happy pride!

[@theeveningcallsforfairies5246]

I’m so so happy that your transition was smooth and that you’re parents were totally on board with helping you. I identify as a demigirl and use they/them pronouns. I can’t come out to my parents but one I’ll be able to live and express myself so much more comfortably and I cannot wait for that day to come.

[@BethDooner]

I've been Chase's friend for years, it has been wonderful watching him grow over time into the handsome young man he is. I've loved seeing his confidence grow with it too. Chase, am honoured to call you a friend (even if I am a garbage person and don't speak as much) and am so proud of you for doing this. Just as articulate, informative, and friendly as you always have been. Beth

[@kseniar5871]

Thank you guys so much for these pride month videos, I'm looking forward to more of them, because they are completely amazing as they're so reasonable and sincere. I get that "feeling at home" when I watch them. I think, for those people, who feel unsure of themselves or fear something, seeing these would be really helpful and supportive. And it is also so nice to see people free of stereotypes about gender and sexuality, even those spread among LGBTQ+ community, being just happy and confident with who they are. Thanks again, Chase and Bee, you are fantastic~ And it's great to learn that people who make such fun and creative content also have beautiful personalities and minds. I'm happy that your channel exists

[@loudestcloud]

A while ago I fell asleep watching Trans guys.I woke up to this. Now I am fully awake and loving you and all of you content 💕

[@Midwinterain]

It is so, so, so fucking nice to see someone in the community who is trans, and actually had a supportive family?? Everyone I know who is trans seems to have the worst relationship with their family when it comes to their identity, so hearing that your mother was so supportive is actually pretty amazing. (And I'm ace as well, by the way, so! It's always lovely to hear someone talking about their asexuality, because I feel like we're basically unicorns at this point)

[@shaykippers5547]

Wow, I honestly never in a million years would have guessed that you were trans! I was so happy to see you representing the asexual community though, seeing as they are often considered invalid. It makes me sad when people invalidate other people. I love this series because I feel like I'm learning a lot about y'all and that makes me happy! :D

[@uhoh58]

You talking about asexuality made me cry I’ve seen a lot of aphobia since pride month started and I’m so glad that there’s another ace person to talk about acceptance also I’m very proud of you and what you’ve accomplished in your journey Happy pride

[@DoctorHyper826]

Thank you Chase. I typed and deleted this comment several times, not knowing how to say this. This video is so important as you discuss many issues people still face, even in today's society. Thank You

[@justjokingjr]

i didn't know chase was trans and thats so valid !! thank you for making this video and sharing with us seriously ! im so proud of you ! omfg, im glad you got support and help holy crap ! im so happy and proud for you - a fellow trans man

[@shilohvanderkooi6101]

Omg I love this! Thank you for speaking about your experiences! Watching people like you talk about being trans helps me feel less hopeless for my future. I only came out as non-binary a few months ago and now I am just fighting my way into the medical system (waiting to see trans friendly doctor's mostly). It can be hard sometimes but seeing beautiful people be like "the struggles real and you'll make it through" makes it easier. Thank you Chase

[@Sentariana]

Hey! I'm Ace too! Woop woop! :-) Also, it's super brave of you to talk about your lgbt+ labels and experiences on such a public platform. Really awesome of you!

[@blueberrymagick]

Tbh at first I was confused on why Chase was the star of this video, and when he said he went to an all girls school, that blew me away in realization, his masculinity is so great and I’m glad this month is the month of where everyone in our community can be accepted and loved and cherished (apologize if I don’t make much sense, I’m just in a happy mood)

[@gabbym7865]

Thank you for making this. I feel so much better knowing someone else feels the same ❤

[@danholsopple5383]

Thank you, Chase ❤️ I've been struggling with deciding how I want to present myself as a trans man and you've made me feel a bit more confident ❤️❤️

[@Oliver-vs1kd]

I'm so happy yo hear your story. Thank you so much for sharing. You're incredibly good speaker, I could listen to you talk on and on. Thank you for looking at our whole lgbtq+ community and sending positive vibes to those who aren't able to come out yet. I hope you could be some help to them! Also, I could see the love and compassion for others that you're carrying with you 💞. Happy pride month!

[@its_hyacinth]

I'm not crying, you are... Jokes aside I was tearing up on this video because as a trans asexual person it's not often that I see people like me anywhere really and it makes me so so happy too. I've been in a not great place the last year, the past few days especially but watching your videos makes me smile at least for a little bit. Thank you all for making all your content and thank you, Chase, for making me feel a little less alone ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@littlegreensunflower3547]

You look amazing, Chase! I'm so happy that you're in a happy place and felt comfortable talking to us about this. I can't wait until I get on T and get top surgery. It's all about getting the money at this point. It'll take a while, but it'll be well worth it. Love y'all 💚 (Please use he/him/his for me :) )

[@porcupine_overalls]

I identify as asexual and it makes me so happy every time I find someone else who identifies the same! It’s like this really cool moment where I feel in sync with them, like we understand each other on a different level.

[@LittleMissJesse]

All I can think as I watch this is, "What a delightful human being."💛

[@articulatetirade1537]

Thank you so much for this video. I came out as nonbinary to a group of friends today and I’ve been feeling really weird about it since. This made me feel so much better. I didn’t realize I was nonbinary until I met other people and learned that it was an option. It was like oh wait I’ve just now realized who I am! Thank you for including nonbinary peeps in the trans community.

[@beckbavis4190]

Thank you so much for sharing your story Chase! It was really rude of that person to say “I can tell.” I’ve had people say stuff like this (especially older people) about my friends who are trans or nb and it makes me kind of upset. I understand though that it’s a generational thing, so I try to explain as kindly as possible that you don’t really say that, and that you shouldn’t assume stuff. Before I came out to my mom and sister as bi, I was incredibly picky as to who knew. I kept it from a few of my closest friends because I didn’t want them to somehow tell my parents, or for it to get back to my family and it was one of the most stressful times I think I’ve ever gone through. I came out to my sister though a few months ago, followed by my mother, and they were extremely supportive. (My sister even made a joke about ‘knowing since I was five’ and it made me feel a lot better about the situation.) So long, probably boring, story short, I understand the ‘pickiness’ of who you come out to or not. It would have made me feel horrible if anyone I had told had told my mother before I was ready, and I would hate to make someone feel that way.

[@catbroady]

There is so much positivity and good vibes from this video! Thank you for sharing, Chase!

[@fentina]

I saw this vid yesterday and was really touched,I really wanted to leave a comment, but....just couldn't. Now it's half a day later and I'm sadly not really any more capable of being coherent but I'm gonna give this a try anyway: this was, just as far as videos go, so well done, so well structured and I just really enjoy the 'way' you tell things (if that makes sense?) But also, I loved listening to your stories and I loved how you related your advice it back to people who might have had different experiences with those topics (or not experienced it themselves at all even). And not to quote you back at yourself or anything but I'm so happy you mentioned/said three things in particular - because these tend to be obvious things for some people but some need to be told or some just need the assurance of 'hey someone else thinks that as well' - 1. Respecting people's privacy + you don't owe anyone to let them know about your sexual or gender identity. 2. Asexuality can be something you 'move on from', but it doesn't have to be. And either way it's just as valid. 3.Trans people shouldn't have to 'perform gender identity' to some higher standard than cis people do. Wear and do as you like. Thank you for this video

[@marketam2603]

Thank you for sharing your story, Chase. I've known that I was asexual for quite long time, but I struggled with my gender identity. I really like feminine clothes, but feel weird and uncomfortable when someone considers me a woman. I thought that was weird - like... I love skirts and dresses and long hair and pastel colours but don't feel like a woman? The heck? One day I stumbled upon the line "Gender expression is not gender identity" and everything became clear. Now I proudly consider myself both asexual and agender and wear skirts.

[@enigma1326]

Happy Pride Month Chase!!!!! *hugs* You are wonderful and a great inspiration to speak about this!! Be you, be awesome, and be a star!

[@ashvinete9043]

Happy Pride month everyone! Also, I really loved this video, it helped bring my confidence back up a little after today. Being a trans man myself its nice to hear more positive stories, as you said theres a lot of those negative centered videos floating around and it can just make the whole thing scarier then it actually is.

[@Jacen355]

Chase, your words are extremely uplifting, and I really appreciate hearing your story.

[@matthewwithfilm]

This was so inspirational! Chase is awesome and I love you all. The openness and acceptance and love that comes from you guys and your community is one of the reasons I love this channel. So thank you for making this video and also Bee's video they're such beautiful, open and honest videos so thank you! And Happy Pride!! ❤🏳️‍🌈

[@larsarcher501]

Literally you are my icon. I’m so happy that you have such an accepting and supportive family, I wish that I had such a good experience coming out as ftm trans. Also I’m too scared to even tell my parents about being asexual-panromantic bc I know they won’t take me seriously, they just call me a lesbian even though I already told them I was bi (when I still though I was)

[@CarrieDAway12]

These pride videos are making me legit emotional. Thank you for this, Chase -- you're fantastic

[@knightoffrost8547]

First off, you are so brave and so amazing for sharing this part of yourself in such a public space where people aren't always the most kind. Hats off to you, love, seriously and honestly. Second off, you beautiful soul you. Thank you. (Sorry, I've stopped off the video at where you're speaking about someone approaching you at con) but...it's just awful when you're feeling so confident in yourself, and how you are and someone comes and even if it's unintentional, RUINS that for you. Happened while I was at con, myself. My first big con (thus far my only con) and I went as Captain Jack Harkness, who is SUCH a role model for me in a lot of aspects, and I actually got to meet John Barrowman while dressed as Captain Jack (one of my favorite moments to date, honestly) I felt AMAZING in my cosplay; because I felt like I was really passing. I felt on top of the world because I was Captain Jack Harkness and I was doing it well and someone complimented my cosplay, but called me a female-- it was /so/ disheartening, and it crushed my day, because I was trying /so hard/ and even still, I wasn't passing. It's something that I struggle with all the time anymore, honestly. I've introduced myself as Sebastian (we've actually chatted on Twitter; I'm @FallenLostBoy) and still had people call me 'Miss' or use she/her pronouns with me like... It's the hardest thing for me, when I'm trying so hard to present masculine, but I'm not /masculine/. I'll never be one of those super buff dudes with beards and all that, but it seems like that's what I have to become for anyone to actually recognize me for being male these days... Anyway, Chase, I just wanted to say thank you for always being so wonderful and so absolutely kind and inspiring. I love getting to chat with you when we do get to chat--you're always such a sweetie and it makes my day

[@shootingstar8911]

This is phenomenal Chase!!! I’m so happy with you!!! All love from South Carolina! 💝💝💝 -S

[@leviathanriverchannel9492]

This is wonderful! I'm a huge fan of Nyxrising and this had made me more confident in myself, as I'm a transguy myself, and knowing there is such a talented trans actor/cosplayer out there makes me confident that I can do the same thing! Your story is amazing, Chase! Thank you for making this video!!!

[@jessilecter7491]

Wow, what an amazing video. I love how you talk openly about everything so everybody knows that it's the most normal thing on earth to question their sexuality/gender etc. Thats like it needs to be. And you are helping with that a lot. Thank you very much. A lots of love from Germany 🏳️‍🌈❤️

[@amandablack4741]

I always thougt Chase was just a gorgeous cis man who was amazing at makeup. I always loved him for himself and just how comfortable he is with himself and carries himself with such confidance. Hearing his journey just makes him so much more inspiring. I love you Chase.

[@colleendermott2248]

In all honesty, I could not tell that you aren’t a cis guy. I legit had no idea. Thought you might like to know that. Also I’m so glad that you’re accepting of nonbinary trans people. As someone who is nonbinary, I find it really hard to find people who understand that it’s valid and hearing another trans person explain that it’s valid is so comforting and it means a lot❤️

[@leoisboring9346]

eeeek ! I loved meeting you at London mcm ! Thanks for stopping for me 😂I’m sorry I was so awkward . You are awesome!!!!

[@julesify01]

ahhh i love this video! i've never really seen another trans man talking about these issues or just making this much content in general!! i love these videos and this channel and i wish you all the best

[@Creables]

Chase, I’m really glad you made this video. I’m a 13 year old trans men, well more of a trans boy then a man. Thank you. I subscribed over a month ago and I didn’t notice that you aren’t cisgender. I hope I’ll be able to pass as well as you.

[@madmax1510]

Hola! Happy Pride Month!! Thank you Chase, I love how you spoke of this, I must say I am a transgender human bean and I respect you and all of NyxRising of course so highly, you're all amazing and thank you for helping me! Many people at my school don't get it but I'm okay, I still have you guys and my close friends to keep me happy and focused on my work and school xxx

[@StarshipRangerNev]

Thank you for being so open Chase!! It makes my little ace heart happy!!

[@elsbethfawley1526]

Happy Pride Month! This video was so inspiring, and I have even more respect for Chase now! I agree 100% with everything he said, and I admire him so much more now. Keep being you!

[@onlyknownascofficial]

In all honesty I had no idea you were trans? Seeing this video surprised me, whoops... But really, your parents seem so supportive, which is totally awesome! I'm glad you're so willing to be this open to us, it shows how much you trust your viewers, which I really appreciate. I don't really know much about the whole concept of people being trans besides the basics, and it's not like I would go up and just ask someone about it (since that tends to come across as rude), so this was really informative, thank you. It's disappointing to hear the comments have to be regulated on this kind of video, I had no idea there were issues going on! Glad to see it's being taken care of, however. You and the rest of the Tribe are amazing, love ya! And Happy Pride Month! Peace&Love Sincerely, C

[@Emma-sb1tt]

This made me feel amazing, ive always loved makeup and dresses and the colour pink and sparkles and anything associated with femininity so I’ve never really felt valid as a trans man... this really helped me and I hope it helps so many other people cause the message this portrays is so fucking important

[@bmd9551]

Another Trans Ace guy here! I'm also aro, but that's not the point. I'm so happy thst you felt comfortable enough to share this. I'm so glad that I'm not alone in the world. Thank you do much for sharing this❤💛💚💙💜🌈

[@jakemelson9603]

Holy crap, I had no idea you were trans. I'm trans as well, a trans male to be specific, and I'm also asexual so this really hits close to home. I always thought you were a really cool person and cosplayer as well, so I'm glad that you shared your story. My story hasn't been that great so far but I always like to hear other peoples coming out stories because it shows how different the world is.

[@MC-pz7kr]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, Chase! I’m a trans guy who’s in the closest except for some close friends and I’m hoping to start medical transition when I turn 18. I loved watching this video and it made me feel great about who I am!