I’m a furry who’s attracted to fursonas, but not sure what that means for real-life dating

Lately, I've been realizing that my main romantic and sexual attraction is toward fursonas - characters and identities people create in the furry community - rather than the people themselves. I feel a strong pull toward the aesthetics, personalities, and vibes of these fursonas, which is pretty new for me. I’ve tried dating people in the furry community, but sometimes it feels like my feelings are more about their character than the actual person, which makes things confusing and a little lonely. I’m not sure if this means I’m into a specific kink, or if it points to something deeper about my orientation or identity. I’ve tried talking to a few friends, but it’s hard to explain without sounding odd or like I’m avoiding real connection. I want to find a way to be honest with potential partners and understand what this attraction means, but I’m worried about being misunderstood or rejected. Has anyone else here experienced attraction that’s tied more to a persona or character than a person? How do you navigate dating or relationships when your feelings are linked to an identity or fantasy rather than the flesh-and-blood person? Any advice on how to communicate this without scaring people off?