Rachel Feltman explores the growing popularity and therapeutic potential of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). Originally a niche fantasy game, D&D surged during the pandemic, becoming both entertainment and emotional outlet.
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This paper explores how Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) integrates the vampire tradition, particularly through the character of Strahd von Zarovich, while challenging its own mechanics. It examines how D&D’s alignment system, morality, and agency interact with and complicate the portrayal of vampires, specifically Strahd, in comparison to literary figures like Dracula.
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