
Episode 1: Orientalism
Asians Represent!
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Exploring Cultural Representation in Tabletop Games
This chapter explores the challenges of authentically representing East Asian cultures in tabletop gaming, focusing on titles like 'Legend of the Five Rings' and 'Oriental Adventures'. It critically examines how even well-meaning portrayals can inadvertently reinforce harmful stereotypes and discusses the broader impact on cultural understanding.
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