Elon Musk Takes Aim at Hasbro Over D&D’s Controversial New Releases
The gaming world is ablaze after Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast released updated "Player’s Handbook" and "Dungeon Master’s Guide" for the iconic tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. A celebratory 50th-anniversary book titled "Making of DnD" exacerbated the controversy with its sharp criticisms of the original game’s creators and content.
The new books sparked immediate backlash for passages that seemed to denigrate the founders of D&D, labeling their portrayal of women as "misogynistic" and their treatment of slavery as simplistic. One excerpt stated:
"The description of the Queen of Chaotic Dragons includes a dig at ‘Wom-en’s Lib,’ the misogyny is revealed as a conscious choice. It’s an unfortunate fact that women seldom appear in original D&D, and when they do, they’re usually portrayed disrespectfully. Slavery appears in original D&D not as a human tragedy that devastated generations over centuries, but as a simple commercial attraction."
Another passage criticized the demographics of the early D&D community, stating:
"Note that the ‘Rules for Fantastic Medieval War-games Campaigns’ that make up original D&D were created by and sold to a wargaming community that was almost exclusively white, middle-class men. The rules compiled here offer little by way of roles for other players […]"
Entrepreneur and billionaire Elon Musk, known for his vocal presence on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), weighed in, expressing outrage at the perceived attacks on the legacy of D&D’s creators. In a fiery post, he declared :
"Nobody, and I mean nobody, gets to trash E. Gary Gygax and the geniuses who created Dungeons & Dragons. What the fuck is wrong with Hasbro and WoTC?? May they burn in hell."
Musk’s response hinted at potential action, with a follow-up post asking:
"How much is Hasbro?"
Speculation is now rampant about whether Musk, with his undeniable financial resources, might attempt a takeover of Hasbro to reshape the future of D&D. Only time will tell if the tech mogul will make good on this suggestion and set his sights on the realm of fantasy gaming.
What are your thoughts? Should Elon Musk attempt to acquire Hasbro and dictate the direction of Dungeons & Dragons?
2024-12-01 03:01:00
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## Elon Musk Takes Aim at Hasbro Over D&DS Controversial new releases: Expert Interview
**World Today News Exclusive**
**Elon Musk,** the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has weighed in on the rumbling controversy surrounding the 50th anniversary releases of Dungeons & Dragons. In a series of tweets, Musk lambasted Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast for “re-writing history” and “attacking the legacy” of D&D’s creators.
To unpack this unexpected foray into the world of tabletop gaming, World Today news spoke with **Dr. Michael Crane**, a sociologist and expert in gaming culture.
**World Today News:** Dr. Crane, Elon Musk is known for his controversies, but his criticism of Hasbro over D&D is surprising. What’s driving this?
**Dr. Crane:** It speaks to a broader cultural tension around nostalgia and the reevaluation of past creative works. Musk, like many, may feel a nostalgia for the original D&D experience, untainted by modern sensitivities. Hasbro’s changes, however well-intentioned, disrupt that nostalgic experience.
**WTN:** Some argue the changes are necessary to make D&D more inclusive and address problematic elements of the original game.
**Dr. Crane:** Absolutely. D&D, like many products of its time, contained elements that are now considered outdated and offensive. The question is whether revising them retrospectively is the right approach. There’s a fine line between updating a game for modern audiences and erasing its history.
**WTN:** Musk seems notably incensed by Hasbro’s portrayal of the original creators, branding the changes as “revisionist history.” What are the implications of this framing?
**Dr.Crane:** it taps into a growing distrust of institutions and a skepticism towards reinterpretations of history. Musk’s rhetoric echoes right-wing arguments against ”cancel culture” and “wokeism,” even though this situation isn’t exactly the same.
**WTN:** Do you think Musk’s comments will have a significant impact on the ongoing conversation surrounding these D&D releases?
**Dr. Crane:** It’s hard to say. Musk has a large and vocal following, so his comments undoubtedly draw attention to the issue. But whether they will sway public opinion or influence Hasbro’s decisions is uncertain. ultimately, the success of these new D&D releases will depend on how they resonate with the gaming community.
**WTN:** thank you for your time, Dr. Crane.
**Dr.Crane:** My pleasure.
**This controversy raises crucial questions about the balance between preserving the history of creative works and adapting them to modern sensibilities. As the gaming community grapples with these issues, it remains to be seen whether Hasbro’s approach will resonate with players.**
