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Why Fictional Religions Feel So Fake
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Why do fictional religions feel so fake? This video explores what fantasy and sci-fi often miss about real-world religion—like ritual, syncretism, and lived practice—and how adding these elements can make your worldbuilding feel more authentic and alive.
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00:00 Intro
3:00 Syncretism
6:45 Ritualization
11:08 Religious Materiality
13:26 Lived Religion
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