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Re: Character Self-Identification

[(Anonymous)]

Not really. I very rarely identify with fictional characters and the two times I have weren't for positive reasons (but more a projection of my issues/life experiences).

I tend to like fictional characters because they're a way to explore interesting people different from me and a way to write fic about people without projecting any self-identification or personal issues onto them. But I realize I'm probably in the minority of not identifying too much with characters.

Re: Character Self-Identification

[(Anonymous)]

This is exactly how I feel.

Re: Character Self-Identification

[(Anonymous)]

I feel the same way. I've never quite understood people who say they don't like a book or movie if they can't identify personally with one of the characters.

Re: Character Self-Identification

[(Anonymous)]

I actually enjoy things less when I identify too much with characters.