Maurice Broaddus, Afrofuturist author and editor at Apex Magazine, and Derek Tyler Attico, author of The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko, grace Continuing Conversations with their presence as we talk about Afrofuturism in literature, delve into expanding the inclusivity in gaming, and showcase their latest projects! A deep conversation of get our synapses a-churning!
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This has always been around for me in gaming as Africa is a very diverse continent with many different cultures. The Cyberpunk RPG from R.Talsorian had it survive into the current edition pretty intact and actually in a good place to take the lead in some areas (I eagerly await the sourcebook). The Trinity Continuum (sp) has had it be a nice place to go in their Aeon Sci-fi Setting compared to the rest of the planet (60 years post a Superhero/X-men Style War between Humans and Metahumans).
I try to treat all that come to my table with a modicum of respect. As long as they do in return. But I also try to do my research for an area. So If some areas have some disagreeable themes or history, I will have it there to reference. I do not try to shield my players, because that’s just insulting. And sometimes it’s inspired little tangents for them to go off on. I do not hammer them with things that may be distasteful, but I won’t hide it. It tends to add a feeling a realism and immersion for my group, which they have liked.
But always know when to introduce things. And when not to.
Great feedback!
I say this as a white guy, but this is such an interesting and awesome topic, I appreciate you all bringing it up and discussing it
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