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This fragmentation leads to a "who's who" of characters appearing in multiple shows, often without satisfying context or narrative purpose. For example, timeline muddles make it difficult for casual viewers to follow who’s alive, who’s dead, or what era they are watching, diminishing viewer engagement.
Similarly, the attempt to diversify casts—adding characters of different races, genders, and backgrounds—often feels superficial or tokenistic, further alienating core fans who desire authentic storytelling rather than ideological tokenism. The casting of characters like Dumbledore or Silver Surfer in recent adaptations exemplifies decisions driven more by politics or diversity quotas than artistic merit.