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Critical Lit: Curse of Strahd 01

Critical Lit

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Faith, Folklore, and Vampiric Narratives

This chapter explores the impact of personal religious backgrounds on storytelling within the 'Curse of Strahd' narrative. It draws connections between Gothic horror, Judeo-Christian beliefs, and the influences of Mormonism on themes of justice and morality in the game. The discussion also critiques the portrayal of Romani stereotypes in popular narratives and invites engagement on sensitive cultural representations.

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