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63 – Rational Fiction

The Bayesian Conspiracy

CHAPTER

Exploring Rational Fiction and Character Rationality

The chapter delves into the concept of rational fiction, discussing the importance of characters behaving realistically and facing consequences for their flaws. It explores themes like generational curses and cycles of abuse in storytelling, while addressing the challenges of defining and labeling rational fiction. The speakers examine the nuances of character rationality, the enjoyment of rational fiction, and the balance between realism and rationality in narrative construction.

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