The elevator opens, and the trial begins. From physical inspection to the final lock of the collar, discover the ritual of turning a sub into a complicit slave. This is not just a meeting – it is the architecture of unfreedom. Learn how I use sensory deprivation and trust to forge a loyal bond. From sub to slave.
In my report ‘The Arrival of Slaves: Overworld vs. Underworld‘, I described in detail how the first few minutes of a visit unfold and how a slave crosses the threshold into my realm.
Now, the sub is kneeling—naked, in chains, presenting his ass to me. Reaching this point is the result of a history of getting to know each other and building trust. But for new slaves, it is time for the Inspection (Musterung). I define the Inspection as the meeting where the “delivered goods” are examined and tested.
GOODS? “Exactly!” some will say. Others will gasp: “You can’t talk about human beings like that!”
Actually, you can, because it’s exactly what they want. Many slaves crave this partial dehumanization and objectification. However, while giving the slave that feeling, it is vital to always see the human being within them. And it is that human being who must be explored.
For me as a Master, a first meeting like this is a lot of work, but it’s also a lot of fun. Since my goal is to eventually make decisions for a boy without having to ask, it is essential that I understand the person behind the slave and learn to “read” him.
Let’s be honest: I don’t do short sessions. Good BDSM is built on trust, and trust isn’t an “instant” commodity. It takes time! My goal is to approach a boy step by step. I want to challenge him, but I won’t overwhelm him without a plan.
That’s why, for example, the first real meeting with Slave Tock was scheduled for an entire weekend (Friday to Sunday). With Tock, the goal was to see if the chemistry was right for regular “weekend-enslavements” or longer slave vacations during university breaks. If the goal had been a daily service relationship, like back then with Slave Stephan, I prefer to set the “get-to-know trial” for at least a week. That’s the only way to see how a slave performs in real life once the initial adrenaline rush of arrival has faded.
My inspections follow no standard program. Every sub is different; therefore, the approach must be adapted to the individual and the situation. I’m using Tock’s inspection as a blueprint to illustrate my methods and the philosophy behind them.
The Sub’s Journey Begins
I open the elevator door. There kneels Tock: naked, head to the floor, presenting his ass. Progressive House fills the room. A driving, almost clinical rhythm that announces the coming focus.
First, I stroke his ass, his cock, and his balls. From the very beginning, he must realize that his privacy no longer exists here. He is exposed. In total silence, I put the shackles and chains on Tock. He loses his physical freedom. In between, I stroke him tenderly to give him a sense of security, only to squeeze his balls or give him a sharp slap on the butt the next moment.
Then comes the mask. The senses vanish, darkness takes over, autonomy ends. I leave him in this state for a few minutes. In this silence, he should not just know the loss of his freedom; he should grasp it physically and process it in his mind.
Then, the quiet question: “Do you really want to proceed with the Inspection?”
Theoretically, he could cancel now. Practically, in all these years, it has never happened. But the question is essential. It makes it unmistakably clear that he is kneeling here of his own free will. He is not a victim of circumstances, but the author of his own enslavement.
I grab Tock under the arms, help him to his feet, and grip him firmly by the neck. I lead him toward the “Red Room.” In a calm voice, I explain the Law of the House: “If the sub allows himself to be led, nothing will happen to him. But the boy must follow my lead so that I can guarantee your safety.”
This is a crucial psychological move: I delegate part of the responsibility for his safety back to him. He has to “play along,” he has to be attentive, he has to follow. Obedience becomes a survival strategy within a protected space. By following, he secures his own safe space.
Once in the Red Room, I strap him into a spread-eagle position. In this state of total vulnerability, I begin, still in absolute silence, to inspect his body. I touch him everywhere, inch by inch. I observe exactly how his skin and muscles react in the various erogenous zones.
These tender touches are repeatedly interrupted by an abrupt pinch or a hard slap. Occasionally, I lift his arms and squeeze his hands. I want to feel how strong they still are and check their temperature to see how well his circulation is holding up.
The physical reaction is fascinating. Many slaves get a rock-hard erection during this treatment. It is visible proof that they don’t just endure this exposure. They seek it.
Anyone with SM experience knows: there is “head-horny” and “cock-horny.” You can be totally turned on without having a hard-on. But when the body reacts, it’s an undeniable signal. As I always say:
“The cock doesn’t always show the whole truth … but when it shows something, it doesn’t lie!”
After the silent inspection, I start talking to the boy in a calm voice for the first time. It’s a deliberate break in the silence. I officially welcome him to the dungeon.
I refer directly to his physical reaction. I point out that his erection clearly shows how much he truly needs this kind of treatment. By doing this, I don’t just mirror his desire, I validate his decision to be here.
I praise him for how well he has done so far. In this moment of total exposure, such validation is like an emotional anchor. I reassure him once more: “You are in good, experienced hands. My promise stands: I will watch over you and I will protect you.”
But in the same breath, I make it unmistakably clear what I expect in return: absolute obedience and unconditional loyalty.
Tock now gets the vacuum nipple bells attached, and I tie off his cock. Then I insert the ass-hook and tension him up so that I can pull his rear into the air with a slight tug on the rope. I play with him in this position for a while.
The Architecture of Unfreedom
Now comes the moment where I introduce the first fundamental ground rules:
- No Equality: Here in my realm, you are a slave. Autonomy no longer exists. You have no rights and no freedoms.
- No Self-Empowerment: If you need the toilet or the bathroom—ask. If you are thirsty or hungry—ask. If you want to speak—ask for permission first.
- The Slave’s Place: A slave’s place is on the floor. Furniture, chairs, sofas, or the bed are not made for slaves. Any use requires my explicit consent.
But the most important rule for our connection to succeed is a different one:
Always be yourself.
Do not try to project yourself as stronger than you are, but also not weaker. Show your reactions, but do not exaggerate them. Be authentic. And rest assured: you never have to feel ashamed in front of me.
This rule of authenticity is sacred to me. Only when a slave reacts authentically can I truly learn to read him. Only then can I take full responsibility for him and lead him to the places he deeply longs for in his innermost self.
As a Master, you must be aware that a sub surrendering to you for the first time is already in a very demanding situation. Do not overwhelm him with a page-long catalogue of rules covering every tiny detail. Start, as I do, with the essential basics.
These rules confront the boy once again with what it truly means to become a slave. It is the ideal moment to ask him directly if he has understood the rules and is willing to abide by them. The moment he answers with a clear “Yes, Master,” he transforms from a passive participant into a complicit partner in his own enslavement.
I hang chains as weights from his cock and balls to let him feel the physical consequences of his “Yes,” and leave him alone for a while in this “stress position” with his thoughts and sensations.
The Takeover
Afterward, I release him from the position and, with a firm grip on the back of his neck, lead him to the Blue Room for the collar ritual. I make him kneel before my Master-Chair. This is the sacred space where even the slaves I have known for years receive their collars.
Only now do I remove his mask. It is an intense moment: he sees me for the first time as his Master. The hierarchy could not be clearer, he kneels naked and exposed on the floor, while I sit clothed upon my “throne.”
I ask him if he wants something to drink. I have already prepared the beverage. A brief initial conversation follows. I ask how he is doing and how he feels. But mark this: I never ask for his opinion on my methods. He must not feel as though he has a say in the matter. The leadership remains solely with me.
I use this time to reinforce the rules. I reassure him once more “You are in a safe environment. This is about educating you, step by step, to become a good slave.”
Then, I take the collar in my hand. I show it to him and ask: “Do you know what this is and what it means?”
In all these years, no one has ever answered no. It is the symbol of the journey he is now embarking upon. I present him with a final, free choice: “Do you seriously want to commit to this journey to yourself? Are you ready to learn, to be shaped—but also to live the raw intensity of SM?”
Now, the collar is placed around his neck and locked. For me, it is essential to use lockable collars because they emphasize the lack of freedom and the state of dependency far more effectively. I also prefer metal collars; their weight makes the gravity of the decision physically tangible.
Immediately after locking it, I press the slave’s head gently but firmly down to my feet. I make it unmistakably clear: being collared is a privilege. It is an act that always results in deep gratitude from the slave.
This gratitude is not expressed in words, but through a humble gesture: kissing the Master’s feet. With this, the transition is complete. He is no longer just a guest in my dungeon—he is my slave. (To learn more about why this gesture goes far beyond a simple fetish, read my article: ‘Feet Kissing / Licking – More Statement Than Fetish‘
Trust, Exploration, and Education
The preceding part of the inspection is deeply ritualistic. It marks the boundary between the “boy of the overworld” and the “slave in this new reality.” What follows is significantly more playful, yet no less essential.
This stage is about exploring the boy sexually. I teach him the first standard positions, test his reactions to bondage, or see how it feels for him to spend the night in a cage. This section of the inspection is as individual as the boy himself. It depends on his history, his limits, and also my current mood.
My goal is a balanced combination:
- Challenges: Tasks that push him and are new to him. We leave the comfort zone to enable growth.
- Safe Bets: Activities I know he enjoys. This motivates him, provides security, and awakens a craving for more.
This part of the inspection is crucial for building trust. A slave who is only challenged will burn out. A slave who also finds joy and fulfillment will follow this path with genuine passion.
Despite all the strictness and the clear hierarchy, I consciously allow for moments of tenderness. The boy must have the opportunity to seek and find proximity to his Master. A true, loyal sense of belonging is not created by chains alone, but on a human level. He must feel that he is safe with me, even, and especially, in a state of total surrender.
Another central point is communication. Speak with the slave repeatedly about his sensations and feelings. Explain the purpose behind your activities. He should see that you, as a Master, know exactly what you are doing, and, above all, why.
This is not about gaining his consent or making democratic decisions. It is about his understanding and his unwavering trust in your competence. When he understands that every pain and every rule serves a higher purpose – specifically, his development into a slave – he will surrender himself even more deeply to you.
A key aspect of my work is for the slave to learn to relinquish control and be led unconditionally. For this, Sensory Deprivation is a powerful tool. The classic tool, the mask, has one major disadvantage: it hides facial expressions. Since I want to learn to “read” a boy, I need to see his face. Mimicry provides essential information about how he feels and where he stands emotionally.
This is why I sent Tock to the bathroom after the collar ceremony. He was to rinse his ass again and insert Black Lenses. These black contact lenses make him practically blind but leave his face completely exposed. Since sight is our most dominant sense, the other senses automatically sharpen after “lights out.” The slave feels more, hears more, and is more present in his body.
This becomes especially evident during the ass-play that Tock faced next. To increase psychological pressure and anticipation, I also announced that we would receive a visit from another slave the following day. I want to see how he behaves and feels when treated as a slave in front of third parties and when commanded to interact with strangers.
I will end my detailed description of Tock’s inspection here. I’ve included a few insights so you can see what else we’ve been up to. Now, I’m looking forward to your feedback: What are your experiences with such initiation rituals? I look forward to your comments and reading about your experiences. Share your thoughts with me—I am always open to good input to further optimize and refine my own approach.
MasterMarc
