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Damsel and Distress Redux – Is there a Sexism Problem in Video Games?

August 20, 2013 by Chikorita157 2 Comments

Artist: kazenokaze

For a while now, I have been silent on gender issues in video games because it’s very controversial. But today, I’m going to share my thoughts about it and why the issue is overblown. At the same time, the video game industry needs to be addressed because more females are playing video games. (Image Source)
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Category: EditorialsTag: controversy, Damsel in Distress, essay, opinion, Video Games

Disney Princesses vs Females in Anime – The Problem with Damsel in Distress

April 20, 2013 by Chikorita157 9 Comments

Artist: mi-ra

Last weekend, I have watched Nostalgia Critic’s video on the princess hate. After watching it, I think he has a point since this trope exists in all types of media. The problem lies with Damsel in distress, which became a negative stereotype for females because it’s over usage. In particular, Disney Princesses tend to play this trope a lot, which is a bad representation of how women are portrayed in real life.

In Anime, it’s the opposite most of the time since some female characters take a bigger role. This is the main difference compared to Disney Princesses. (Image Source)
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Category: Editorials, Fate/zero, Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha, Mouretsu PiratesTag: analysis, Damsel in Distress, Disney, essay

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