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Why do we get attached to fictional characters?
I was reading some spoiler posts of a series and in its comments one user was fighting as if their life depends on it to defend that series ml, a trashy character. Even going on to say that they know that character better than the author
Recently I'll be reading some great story and go thru roller coaster of emotions and then go did I really sob over some drawings/texts
People deadass get depressed that the character they obess over is not real or they themselves can't exist in that character's universe. It even becomes a serious obsession for few where they literally feel numb irl and get emotionally disoriented
So why do we get so attached to fictional characters?
fictional characters can provide a sense of familiarity and comfort, allowing us to escape from reality and into a world that is customized to our preferences and interests.
Especially for some people who feel isolated from their own lives, as fiction can offer a sense of connection and belonging while simultaneously providing an escape hatch from...... 1 reply
