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Today we break down why crusader armor, Jerusalem cross tattoos, and medieval edits are suddenly everywhere. Emma and I dig into how this aesthetic blends fantasy, Catholic symbols, and far-right vibes into a hypermasculine myth—and why it’s so appealing to young men right now.
For more background and de-radicalization insight, don’t miss our companion essay, “Breaking the Crusader Spell,” here: https://maxwellkuzma.substack.com/p/breaking-the-crusader-spell-catholic
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Today we break down why crusader armor, Jerusalem cross tattoos, and medieval edits are suddenly everywhere. Emma and I dig into how this aesthetic blends fantasy, Catholic symbols, and far-right vibes into a hypermasculine myth—and why it’s so appealing to young men right now.
For more background and de-radicalization insight, don’t miss our companion essay, “Breaking the Crusader Spell,” here: https://maxwellkuzma.substack.com/p/breaking-the-crusader-spell-catholic

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