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Source: https://writers.stackexchange.com/q/45384
License name: CC BY-SA 3.0
License URL: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

A little info as to the story:

'Lily' was abandoned when she was young. She is a Deviant, a group of people who are born with powers, and across the universe either seen as either blasphemies, miracles or just people.  
She's trapped on a planet, and survives through thievery. One day she meets another deviant 'Daisy', a girl who wants to befriend her. 'Lily' is suspicious, she's survived by only looking out for herself, and by trusting no one. This deviant does offer an opportunity though, as trading a Deviant is worth a ship. Worth freedom.-and that's all you get to know.

So my story is about 'deviants', not so subtle allegory for poc/queer/disability. And I really want to make sure I portray 'Lily's autism in a non stereotypical/uninformed way. From my research so far this is how her autism presents itself:

- uncomfortable with crowds
- can't stand slimy texture or squelching sounds
- She is verbal, but her words are usually spare and short.
- she has issues understanding body language, tone
- she can't help but steal, as it's become part of her routine and she becomes angry and distressed as a result

So I've been cross-referencing a bunch of people on their experiences with autism. I'm still confused though as to whether there are some things that are universal, like avoiding eye contact, sensory issues.

And if there are issues with my listing- like can you be disgusted by specific sensations? And how do things change when time passes? Can you be sensitive to loud places as a kid, but change when you're an adult?

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