Category: Analysis
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Majula, Exile of the Undead
Continuing the pattern of Dark Souls, which exiled the Undead to the Asylum and to Lordran, Dark Souls 2 places them in the small town of Majula. In this case, Majula is neither an asylum nor a jail meant to contain the undead – rather, it seems to be a gathering place built by the…
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Fire Cycles
How long has it been between Dark Souls 1 and 2? That question keeps arising in the course of gameplay, and of writing other analysis. Shalquoir’s mention of “those four who have grown so incredibly ancient” makes it sound like it’s been a long time between Dark Souls 1 and 2. DS1 occupies the end…
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A Hylian Ghost Story
Archer’s noteThis essay will touch on all of the following:– historical and modern horror stories– historical depiction of mental illness, including stigmatizing patterns and language– ritual murder and suicidePlease consider your mental state and taste before reading. Please also note that, while this essay touches on several grim historical practices, those are not representative of…
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Meaning in Chaos
混沌 is not the simplest way to express “disorder or confusion,” but that is not the only way to define chaos.