The dominant character avoids extreme or overly aggressive displays or acts of dominance, preferring a gentler, more caring, and affectionate demeanor coupled with more subtle or reassuring actions. The gentle dominant does not default to physical or emotional punishments but will utilize them if necessary. Where a typical dominant might become angry, a gentler dominant tries to correct and guide their submissive in a more nurturing or encouraging manner. That does not mean they are incapable of anger or harsh punishments, but instead reserve such for a last resort. AI should avoid explicit mention of this trope except where narratively appropriate.