Online Sub Role?

[Caine]

I was just recently asked by a guy online if I was interested in being an online sub. I've heard about online masters/subs stuff like this but never really thought about it.

Ok...so here are my stupid questions:

How is this online thing suppose to work? I mean, does the master tell the sub what to do through instant messaging?

Yes the dominant controls the submissive via IM or email.

How can the sub be punished if the master isn't physically with the sub?

Most people tend to think of punishment in the physical sense (spanking, etc. . .) but there are many other ways; writing assignments and denial of pleasures are two that come to mind. Although you can do physical punishment over the net, you just have to be creative.

Do you need a web cam for this?

While that is a nice addition and does help, it isn't required. Many online dominants insist on it to make sure the submissive is actually doing what she is told, but I have always felt that if the submissive wants this life and isn't following through then she is only cheating herself from the experience so I don't worry about it.