[ SECRET POST #2518 ]

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⌈ Secret Post #2518 ⌋

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Comments

[(Anonymous)]

I don't necessarily think that people automatically simplify villains in this way (because when people in my life do this - primarily my dad, who apparently can't see the shades of grey in any character ever - it stands out to me). However, when it comes to fandom, I think a lot of it is a defensive thing people do. Because in fandom, there are people who will grasp any redeeming moment for a villain and try to turn them into a hero by virtue of that alone, regardless of what else they've done to get them the role of villain in the first place. It's a sort of circular thing where people end up taking stronger stances than they might have naturally, because they get so fed up with the opposing party. (Even here I'm kind of blaming the apologists, because I tend to appreciate villains who maintain their villainy, but I understand that both extremes are probably cultivated as an overcompensation.)

[(Anonymous)]

I think there might be a lot of merit in that theory. Even just going by observations of my own behaviour in arguments/discussions. A lot of what's said may not necessarily be that similar to the underlying thoughts, because emotions come into play once you're actually trying to talk to other people about it. And it's easier to harden into a position than it is to try and soften without losing face.