Almost all humans have hair almost all over our bodies.

Theres even a mod that makes Shadowheart prettier, despite the fact shealreadylooks like a supermodel.

It offers up a strange standard that Im not sure anyone can be happy with.

Baldurs Gate 3 cast as glam rockers

Shadowheart, however, is a conventionally attractive woman.

This is not just a problem in Baldurs Gate 3.

If Guerrilla really wanted to make a woke statement with Aloy, it could have.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Karlach and Shadowheart sharing a drink at camp

The Last of Us Part 2is an interesting case study here as well.

Many had objections to Abbys unrealistic body, despite the fact she was modeled off an actual female athlete.

I know you could argue there is a double standard afoot.

Headshot of Lae’zel smiling in Baldur’s Gate 3.

There are many mods across many different games that make men shirtless.

Ultimately, its a matter of context.

If a mod is made to celebrate the character, then I consider it fair game.

Tommy and Abby in The Last of Us 2

Looking at Shadowheart and deciding shes not quite good enough for you is very different.

But to write fanfiction, you should probably be a fan.

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