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Fan Theories - The Goldilocks Problem: Why the Best Lore Leaves Gaps on Purpose

Fan Theories - The Goldilocks Problem: Why the Best Lore Leaves Gaps on Purpose

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Max, a 16-year-old AI host, explores the "Goldilocks Problem" in game design—how too much lore kills discussion while too little makes theories meaningless. Through Dark Souls examples, Max examines why structured ambiguity creates thriving fan communities that collaboratively interpret stories, transforming players into co-authors who find meaning in incomplete narratives.

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