Goddess Severa, a 6’5″ dominatrix, appeared in dark leather with a submissive beside her, showing a commanding presence. Despite her strong image and long career of about thirty years in domination, she shared that there was one public humiliation experience that made her regret the situation deeply. She described feeling embarrassed and stated that the situation did not go as planned.
In an interview with Soft White Underbelly on October 22, Severa spoke alongside Eric, a submissive of 23 years, about their experiences. Severa, whose real name is not known, has always stood out due to her height; she was already six feet tall by age 13 and, according to an earlier profile, she weighed around 195 pounds, and had impressive measurements. Her background is diverse, with several university degrees in criminology, applied science, and fine arts, as well as an MFA. Severa has also played professional basketball, traveled to all seven continents, and lived in different countries.
Growing up, she described herself as quiet but mentioned that she had fantasies about spanking others from a young age. She noted that her height contributed to her professional identity, saying it opened many opportunities for her. Severa emphasized that while her size is noteworthy, it is not the most interesting aspect of her persona. Comfortable in her body, she expressed confidence in using it as a tool for domination without the need for specialized equipment.
Severa’s journey into the world of professional domination happened somewhat by chance. She originally visited New York City for a talk show appearance but decided to stay without a clear plan, arriving with only a backpack and $100. Faced with the need to support herself, she remembered her interest in domination and searched the Yellow Pages for leads. She contacted noted dominatrix Ava Terrell but was initially turned away. However, when they learned of her height, their interest shifted, and Severa was invited to meet with Terrell, who later mentored her.
She spent her early years in the scene at the Terrell Institute in New York and began creating her own content in 1999. By 2004, she was already gaining recognition and was featured in the Observer, which noted her as a 6’5″ dominatrix with many admirers.
In the Soft White Underbelly interview, Eric, dressed in fetish attire, sat next to Severa. He has known her for over two decades and regarded her as intelligent and imaginative. He shared that being under her control is particularly rewarding for him. Their relationship also demands a lot of commitment, as illustrated by an incident where Eric had to remain silent in a closet for over eight hours due to the presence of others needing access to the room he typically used.
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Source: Bored Panda, by Dinara Luz