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The Chosen One: Buffy, Star Wars, Wheel of Time & The Problem with Fate in TTRPGs
Josh and Kris dissect the Chosen One trope in media, from the TTRPG mechanics of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer RPG's Drama Points to the huge distortions in The Wheel of Time's pattern. We dive into the best (and worst) uses of the trope in Star Wars (Was Anakin really the Chosen One?) and Harry Potter (He's just a guy!). Plus, a deep-dive into how Buffy's secondary characters are systemically made essential.
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By Josh Varty and Kristoffer HansenJosh and Kris dissect the Chosen One trope in media, from the TTRPG mechanics of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer RPG's Drama Points to the huge distortions in The Wheel of Time's pattern. We dive into the best (and worst) uses of the trope in Star Wars (Was Anakin really the Chosen One?) and Harry Potter (He's just a guy!). Plus, a deep-dive into how Buffy's secondary characters are systemically made essential.