Which Kind of King Are You?

Meet the eight Drag King Archetypes to explore and embody your persona.

You’ve got a name—or maybe a few in the mix. Now comes the fun part.

This is where your Drag King starts to come alive.

Below are the eight Kings of Joy Archetypes. Each one is a doorway into your embodiment—how you move, speak, take up space, and shine.

You’re not limited to just one. You might start with one energy and evolve into another—or mix and match like the glorious gender-smashing being you are.

Use these archetypes to explore how your name feels when you step into it.

This is where your persona begins.

The Eight Archetypes:

👑 1. The Dapper Gentleman

Elegant, refined, and smooth.

Classic charm meets cultural swagger. From vintage suits to golden accessories, this King carries himself with grace and a glint in his eye.

Masculinity as poise, charm, and style.

(L-R: Frank Lee Madir, Zaddy B Cool, Max Mews)

🎸 2. The Rebel

Bold, magnetic, and untamed.

Whether in leather, punk, or cowboy boots, this King breaks rules and reclaims space. Fierce, defiant, and self-made—with swagger and soul.

Masculinity as defiance, edge, and fearless self-expression.

(L-R: Mario Maverick, Aftercare Bear, Dommy D)

🏅 3. The Sporty King

Active, grounded, and physically expressive.

From skaters to gym junkies, surfers to basketballers—this King shines through movement. It’s not about performance; it’s about confidence and connection through the body.

Masculinity as vitality, presence, and playful strength.

(L-R: Rainbowgan, Jim Junkie, Chuck Schmuzha)

🦉 4. The Wise Sage

Intentional, mystical, and timeless.

Still waters run deep. This King blends ancestral wisdom with soft power—he holds the room without needing to take it.

Masculinity as tenderness, depth, and embodied wisdom.

(L-R: Lord of Dance, Fine China, Dumblewhore)

🔮5. The Futurist

Fluid, visionary, and genre-defying.

Alien chic, K-pop realness, or post-gender royalty—this King bends time, fashion, and masculinity into a brave new world.

Masculinity as expansive, imaginative, and beyond binaries.

(L-R: Cyber Prince, Choking Hazard, Martin Van Tasmal)

🔥 6. The Lover

Charismatic, magnetic, and emotionally attuned.

This King connects before he performs. Flirtatious, grounded, and full of slow-burning presence. Think candlelit confidence and eye contact that lingers.

Masculinity as intimacy, confidence, and embodied allure.

(L-R: Chase Cocks, Dario di Bello, Mr. Loverman)

🎤 7. The Pop Prince

Polished, expressive, and made to perform.

From C-pop icons to queer idols, this King thrives on rhythm, spectacle, and sparkle.

Masculinity as fame, performance, and joyful charisma.

(L-R: Aashiq Singh, Slaychuan Peppa, Kevin (Well) Hung)

🧦 8. The Everyday King

Relatable, campy, and full of heart.

From socks-with-sandals to quirky hobbies and awkward Dad moves, this King is lovable in all the unexpected ways. Often the Jester, he flips masculinity on its head with humour and heart. He shines by simply being himself.

Masculinity as humour, vulnerability, and joyful realness.

(L-R: Bob's Bulges, Nightshift, Brad Armpitt)

Ready to Try It On?

Found one that resonates?

Reply to the email I sent you and tell me which archetype you’re trying on—or what surprised you when you embodied it.

I read every reply. You’re not doing this alone.

Xx Danica 

The King Coach