Episode 12: Metaphor Refantazio Deep Dive

Spoilers for Metaphor Refantazio

Trigger Warnings: Racism

Today, we talk about the world of Metaphor Refantazio and how it creates and manipulates anxiety as a key part of its story. We then apply Affect Control Theory to our favorite antagonist, Louis, and how that shapes our view of him throughout the game.

Timestamps:

• Introduction - 00:09
• Description - 01:10
• Experience with the Game - 03:48
• Spoiler Warning and Fictional Disclaimer - 06:30
• The World - 08:08
• Anxiety - 17:38
• The Power of Fantasy - 29:39
• Game’s Parting Message - 36:45
• Villains, Victims, and Heroes - 39:46
• Affect Control Theory - 49:15
• Wrap Up and Thank You - 01:03:00

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Tracks are:

 "We Decide" by Tatami

Night in Kyoto by AVBE:

https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto

License code: OY9ADKUOX62ZMAXY

Podcast Art by @_forza_art on Instagram

Resources Used for the Episode:

• Hieronymus Bosch Painting Wiki
• Metaphor Fandom Wiki
• Villains, Victims, and Heroes in Character Theory and Affect Control Theory (Bergstrand & Jasper 2018)

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