Clash of Clans' sexualized witches and their impact on player perceptions

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Clash of Clans is a popular mobile strategy game developed by Supercell. The game features a variety of different troops that players can use to attack and defend their villages. One of these troops is the witch, a powerful spellcaster that can summon skeletons to fight for her. In recent years, there has been some debate among players and critics about the sexualization of female characters in video games. Many argue that female characters are often portrayed in a sexualized manner, with exaggerated physical features and provocative clothing. Some players have pointed out that the witch in Clash of Clans falls into this category.


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Next, head to the auction house and buy the following Key Items if you haven t done so already Mini-Cid, Griffin s Heart, Una s Mirror, Doga s Artifact, and Rat Tail, and Magical Fingertip. I ve been in and out of the auction house occasionally buying and sometimes just waiting for the other bidders to buy everything but it is always the same setup of fairy earrings some magician robe thief gloves and promist ring in a different order, but im pretty sure its those items Can anyone tell me a good way to get the items to change.

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Some players have pointed out that the witch in Clash of Clans falls into this category. They argue that the witch's design is overly sexualized, with revealing clothing and a focus on her physical attributes. Others believe that the witch's design is simply part of the game's art style and should not be taken as sexualization.

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You have to buy all five of the key items at the auction house (including the fingertip) and talk to the guy at daguerrroooororoo or whatever on disk 4.

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Mar 10, 05 at 1:39pm ^

Yes there are 4 you need to buy than sell to other people, the ones i remember are something like: rats tail, magical heart, some kinda mirror, and 1 more thing. after you sell all of them go talk to the guy in the library in Daggurreo

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Mar 10, 05 at 4:46pm ^

Griffon's Heart.

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Mar 10, 05 at 10:25pm ^

So I have to get Doga's Artifact, Une's Mirror, the Rat's Tail, and the Griffon's Heart before I can get it at the auction, correct?

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Mar 11, 05 at 8:42am ^

That is correct.

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Mar 11, 05 at 8:35pm ^

same as everyone else is sayin buy the key items then sell them off but make sure you remember which ones youve sold so you dont get it again then goto a guy on disc 4 in daguerro give him the magical fingertip and he'll give you the excalibur sword for steiner

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Mar 11, 05 at 9:05pm ^

Right. I've gathered that much. Now my main trouble is finding where to sell Une's Mirror, the Rat's Tail, and the Griffon's Heart. I've sold Doga's Artifact to the scholar in Treno, but apparently he won't buy Une's Mirror.

EDIT: Nevermind. Just looked it up on an FAQ on IGN and it told me who I had to sell each item to.

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Mar 16, 05 at 10:41am ^

Key Items: Mini-Cid / Griffin's Heart / Una's Mirror / Doga's Artifact / Rat Tail / Magical Fingertip

First, head over to the Stella's House and give her the Stellazios you've collected to get more prizes. Next, head to the auction house and buy the following Key Items (if you haven't done so already): Mini-Cid, Griffin's Heart, Una's Mirror, Doga's Artifact, and Rat Tail, and Magical Fingertip. If you run out of gil or don't see the items listed, return to Treno later and bid on them. [The Mini-Cid is the 4th and final figurine in the set. If you got all 4 (Brahne, Burmecia, Theatre Ship & Cid), your Treasure Ranking increases. The Magical Fingertip will be used in Daguerreo later on.]

After getting the items, speak to the nobleman walking towards the café. Sell him Una's Mirror (decline his first offer and accept his 2nd). Next, go to the Synthesis Shop and talk to the scholar. Sell him Doga's Artifact (accept his first offer). Return to the café and speak to the adventurer wandering there. Sell him the Griffin's Heart first and then the Rat Tail (decline both 1st offers and accept his 2nd ones). By doing all of this, you should receive a fair profit on the gil spent while bidding.

Finally, fight the monster in the cage below the Weaponsmith's shop if you want to. Note that the type of monster you fight depends on where you are in the game. During Disk 3, it'll either be a Catoblepas or an Amdusias. If you wait until Disk 4, it'll be a Behemoth. When finished, leave Treno.

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Clash of clans witch sexualized

It is important to note that Clash of Clans is rated for ages 13 and up, and Supercell has stated that they aim to create a game that is suitable for all ages. It is also worth mentioning that Clash of Clans is just one example of many games that have faced criticism for the sexualization of female characters. In conclusion, Clash of Clans features a witch character that some players believe is sexualized. While this is a topic of debate, it is important to consider the game's intended audience and the broader context of female representation in video games..

Reviews for "The potential consequences of sexualized characters in Clash of Clans"

1. Sara - 2 stars - I was really disappointed when I found out that the Clash of Clans character, the Witch, was sexualized. It seemed completely unnecessary and just a cheap attempt to attract a certain demographic. The sexualization detracts from the overall gameplay and takes away from the enjoyment of the game for me. I wish the developers would focus on creating more inclusive and diverse characters instead of resorting to such tactics.
2. Mike - 3 stars - Clash of Clans was a game I used to enjoy playing, but I was taken aback when I saw how the Witch character was portrayed. The sexualization of the character is completely unnecessary and does not add anything meaningful to the game. It's disappointing that a game that appeals to a wide range of players, including younger ones, would incorporate such blatant objectification. I hope the developers take feedback into consideration and make changes to create a more inclusive and respectful gaming experience.
3. Emma - 2 stars - As an avid player of Clash of Clans, I was really disappointed when I saw the sexualized design of the Witch character. It feels like a step backward in terms of representation and undermines the progress made in the gaming industry to portray women as more than just objects. This unnecessary sexualization detracts from the overall gaming experience and makes me question the values of the developers. I hope they reconsider their choices and focus more on creating inclusive and empowering characters for all players to enjoy.

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