Writing Excuses 19.22: Technology and Identity (A Close Reading on Worldbuilding)
Jun 2, 2024
Delving into the intersection of technology and identity in worldbuilding, the episode explores Imago technology in 'A Memory Called Empire' and the implications of self-modification. Discussing the impact of documentaries on storytelling, the hosts encourage writers to draw inspiration from real-world complexities. They prompt listeners to envision scenarios challenging individual identity through technology and magic, sparking creativity in crafting debate scenes.
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Imago Expands Identity Boundaries
- The Imago technology embodies ancestral memory, blending identities and expanding the concept of self.
- It challenges what we define as 'you' by embedding multiple generational perspectives inside one individual.
Tech Represents Culture and Empire
- Imago and cloud hook technologies symbolize cultural connection and control in their societies.
- These technologies reflect conflicting values of identity preservation and empire assimilation.
Use Tech To Deepen Story
- Introduce technologies integrated deeply with character and theme for richer storytelling.
- Show multiple perspectives on the same technology to explore complexity and deepen worldbuilding.