Rechan
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Peter V. Brett:
Peter, what does does push in push'ting translate to? I get the concept, and I know the 'ting' suffix is 'woman'. But I was wondering what the 'push' translated to. (less)
Peter V. Brett
'Push' means 'false'.
While homosexuality is not forbidden in Krasian society, all Evejans are still expected to marry and produce children. Men who refuse to (or are unable to) sire children are referred to as push'ting, false women.
Like many terms in English, in Krasian 'push'ting' can be derogatory or a point of pride, depending on speaker and context.
While homosexuality is not forbidden in Krasian society, all Evejans are still expected to marry and produce children. Men who refuse to (or are unable to) sire children are referred to as push'ting, false women.
Like many terms in English, in Krasian 'push'ting' can be derogatory or a point of pride, depending on speaker and context.
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Jennifer
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Peter V. Brett:
(continued from prior ?) The women are one-dimensional and un-relatable. They exist mostly to get rescued or raped. They’re certainly not people I’d want to be or be friends with. I would love to read female characters who have character growth, have agency, are relatable, and do smart things. With great power comes great responsibility, Peter! Please don't perpetuate negative tropes. Work toward a less sexist world!
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