Incel

Incels, short for "involuntary celibates", are members of an online subculture who define themselves as unable to find a romantic or sexual partner despite desiring one, a state they describe as inceldom. Many incels will blame a variety of issues on why they became incels, be it physical (they feel like they are too ugly) or societal (they feel like women don't want men like them and only want the conventionally attractive men), but that's not always the case. There is also the fact that a good percentage of incels are mentally unstable, deeply depressed or have other mental disorders, which often times makes them feel unable to talk to women (so called mentalcels), or, for example; disabledcels, who think women heavily prefer ablebodied men, and deprive them of sex because of their disability. 
== Ideology ==
A key part of the incel ideology is the Red/Blue/Blackpilled theory. These pills are used to define how the incel views the world around them. 
The Redpill is a rejection of and opposition to the "bluepill" (however this is defined). This term derives from the movie The Matrix, where "taking the red pill" means accepting harsh reality. The rejection of the redpill in favor of the bluepill meant a deliberate denial of that harsh reality. Someone who holds a certain amount of redpill beliefs is called a redpiller. Incels have also created a third one (among dozens of other pills that aren't as popular, such as Pinkpill (for femcels), and Rapepill (self-explanatory), this third pill is the Blackpill, which is the acceptance that one has no hope with women, and should stop trying altogether.
== Fashion ==
While fashion choices can vary greatly among individuals, some incels may lean towards a more casual and comfortable style, often prioritizing comfort over fashion trends. This can include wearing baggy or oversized clothing, such as hoodies, sweatpants, or graphic t-shirts, as they may prefer a relaxed and low-key look. Additionally, some incels may express a preference for more practical attire, avoiding overly fashionable or attention-seeking outfits.
A stereotypical outfit is nondescript, with jeans, t-shirts, sneakers, and glasses.
==Music==
===Incelcore===
Incelcore (sometimes also called "Epunk") is a music genre that typically borrows a lot from indie garage rock and punk music, similar to Riot Grrrl but with its feminist lyrics flipped to anti-feminist. These lyrics can be social commentary on the state of the world from the point of the view of incels, self-hate, or just being edgy for the sake of being edgy, a lot of times doing so by mocking women, such as in XO_Willow's Bianca Devins. Keep in mind this genre peaked in around 2019-20, and many of the artists have since then quit music or grown as artists. Many of these artists also went on to call their music "Epunk" instead of Incelcore, with one of the most notable artists being "School Shooter", who changed his stage name to "NEGATIVE XP" and started calling his music "Epunk".
=== Notable Songs ===
*Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Ruined a Whole Generation of Women by Negative XP
=== Notable artists ===
*NEGATIVE XP (epunk, formerly made incelcore under the name School Shooter)
*Gezebelle Gaburgably
*birdbath
*Hard Christ
*Steakfry
*UhOhSlater
*XO_willow (aka h3artcrush/THAI BODY DUMP)
*belowground
*Fried By Fluoride
*NEET
*Sodaboy64
*PopKill
*H4rtbrkr
*Dethtech
*EDGEMASTER42
*TzarBombah
=== Spotify playlists ===
* incelcore Spotify playlist by Dominicamore
* Incel Anthems Spotify playlist by Nick Kumar
* INCELCORE Spotify playlist by urnan69niggy2
* Incel Music Live Spotify playlist by Ilay Amir
* Incelcore Spotify playlist by kachow
* Incelcore Spotify playlist by boxrog
* music 4 incels Spotify playlist by Anna Dorn
* Incelcore YouTube Playlist by NUMBERS
== Criticism ==
Incels, short for "involuntary celibates," have drawn significant criticism due to the beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors associated with the online subculture.
=== Misogyny ===
One of the main criticisms of incels revolves around their misogynistic and dehumanizing views towards women. Many incels harbor deep-seated resentment and hostility towards women, often blaming them for their perceived lack of sexual and romantic success. This misogynistic worldview often manifests in the form of derogatory language, objectification, and even advocating for violence against women. Such attitudes contribute to a toxic and harmful environment that perpetuates sexism and reinforces harmful gender stereotypes.
=== Victim mentality ===
Another criticism of incels is the tendency towards a victim mentality and a lack of personal responsibility. Incels often blame external factors, such as physical appearance or societal expectations, for their inability to form relationships or find sexual partners. This victim mindset can foster a sense of entitlement and a refusal to take accountability for their own actions or engage in self-improvement.
=== Extremism ===
The incel community has also been criticized for its association with extremism and the potential for radicalization. While not all incels are extremists, the online spaces where they congregate can serve as breeding grounds for extremist ideologies, such as misogyny, hatred, and even violence. This poses a significant concern in terms of the potential harm that can arise from the propagation of such harmful beliefs.
=== Stigmatizing mental health ===
Furthermore, the incel community has faced criticism for its lack of empathy and support for mental health issues. Instead of seeking professional help or engaging in healthy coping mechanisms, some incels perpetuate a culture of self-pity and self-destruction, further isolating themselves from potential sources of support.
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