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Author Morality Vs. Reader Morality

One of the toughest parts of a story is considering the morality, which we don’t really pay much attention to.  Why?  We tend to assume everyone believes in the same concept of ‘good vs evil’.  In general, the definitions of … Continue reading

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Questions 3: Being Morally Gray

Some may argue that Boromir isn’t morally gray since he was being controlled by the ring and didn’t actually steal it.  Others may say he is the perfect example since he felt he was doing the right thing for Gondor … Continue reading

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Being Morally Gray

A while back, someone mentioned characters who are morally gray.  These are the ones that sit between good and evil.  While their actions can be reprehensible, they have good reasons for taking action.  Here are some examples I found: Boromir … Continue reading

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What If You Were a Hero From an Evil Family?

This is kind of a combination of a questions and scenario post.  Doesn’t even need much of an explanation. You were born into a villain family and became a hero.  Why do you think you would turn and what would … Continue reading

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Is Hero Reputation Important?

This sounds like a stupid question because the answer should be obvious.  A hero is defined by their reputation, which is created through words and actions.  If they aren’t acting like a hero, they won’t be seen as one.  So, … Continue reading

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Right vs Wrong

Here we are at the final type of story and it’s one that can give an author a massive headache.  Not in the moment, but after the story is written, published, and absorbed by readers.  I’m talking about ‘Right vs … Continue reading

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The Moral of the Story

Funny thing about stories with morals is that we typically grew up with them.  Then, we get upset when entertainment has messages.  Sure, there’s a trend of the message overshadowing the fun, but I’ve seen people get upset at the … Continue reading

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What If the Villain Makes Sense?

Above is a fairly epic speech from the manga/anime ‘One Piece’.  I say fairly because you wouldn’t know it unless you watched or read the series.  It is said by one of the more popular villains, Donquixote Doflamingo, during a … Continue reading

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Poetry Day: Devil Angel Duet

(This one is fairly straightforward.  It’s the devil and angel on the shoulder concept.  Not sure what triggered it back then.) Don’t you want it? Aren’t you tempted? I’ll help you decide Just a little Don’t resist it I’ll be … Continue reading

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Questions 3: Your Ghost in a Shell

I’ve spent the last two weeks listening to an anime soundtrack station on Pandora.  So I get a lot of Cowboy Bebop, FMA, and Ghost in the Shell.  The third one on that list keeps making me stop to listen … Continue reading

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