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    "pk": 65637,
    "title": "Mechanical Storytelling in D&D: Strahd in Relation to the Gothic",
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    "abstract": "This paper compares and contrasts the vampire tradition with and against the mechanical elements of D&D, considering each element in practice to illustrates the value and unique nature of D&D within the vampire tradition. The first core mechanic this paper will examine is alignment. This paper shall also begin to establish Stoker's vampire Dracula as an important character of reference and contrast for Strahd. From here, the paper looks at the concept of agency and player led narrative. This section will look at the way agency is used in D&D, both for the benefit of the vampire tradition, and at the possible detriment of D&D as a game system. Finally, this paper will break down the key mechanic of the Tarokka deck, highlighting the marriage of mechanics and narrative. Overall, this paper, through the above points, will demonstrate how D&D's unique mechanics work in tandem with the vampire tradition, while challenging both the tradition and game itself.",
    "language": "eng",
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    "keywords": [
        {
            "word": "Vampires"
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        {
            "word": "Strahd"
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        {
            "word": "Dungeons & Dragons"
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        {
            "word": "D&D"
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            "word": "mechanics"
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        {
            "word": "alignment"
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            "word": "player agency"
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            "word": "storytelling"
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        {
            "word": "Vistani"
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        {
            "word": "Tarokka deck"
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    "section": "Articles",
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        {
            "first_name": "Meghan",
            "middle_name": "",
            "last_name": "Hewitt",
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    "date_submitted": null,
    "date_accepted": null,
    "date_published": "2024-12-16T09:03:00Z",
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