The nutmeg curse is a mysterious phenomenon that has been experienced by many individuals throughout history. This curse is said to bring bad luck and misfortune to those who come into contact with nutmeg or its products. The origins of this curse can be traced back to ancient folklore and superstitions surrounding the spice. In many cultures, nutmeg is believed to possess magical qualities and is used in various rituals and spells. It is said to have the power to attract wealth and good fortune, but it can also bring about destruction and despair. Some believe that the curse is a result of misusing or disrespecting the power of nutmeg.
Archive Link Nazeeh Tarsha via Twitter
May there come a day where the ambiguous nature of remote recording allowances is foregone and opportunities are provided to actors and directors alike to make the best possible products, he ultimately declared. This latest round of neoliberal whining kicked off on when the series Western licensee, Crunchyroll, unveiled the casting for the series main protagonists, Suletta Mercury and Miorine Rembran.
Some believe that the curse is a result of misusing or disrespecting the power of nutmeg. People who have encountered the nutmeg curse have reported a wide range of unfortunate events occurring in their lives. These include financial loss, relationship problems, health issues, and even death.
Western Voice Actors Accuse Crunchyroll Of Bigotry For Casting White Actress As Suletta In English Dub Of ‘Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury’
In current year, it has become a taboo of the highest order among the West to have a voice actor play a character outside of their own race, gender, and sexuality, even if such qualities only apply to said character within one’s own head canon – as proven for the umpteenth time by the recent outrage surrounding the English dub casting for Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury.
Suletta (Kara Ichinose) enters the fight against the Dawn of Fold in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury (2023), Bandai Namco Filmworks
This latest round of neoliberal whining kicked off on when the series’ Western licensee, Crunchyroll, unveiled the casting for the series’ main protagonists, Suletta Mercury and Miorine Rembran.
Miorine (Lynn) throws herself on top of Suletta (Kana Ichinose) to protect her in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Episode 2 “Cursed Mobile Suit” (2022), Bandai Namco Filmworks
Taking to Twitter February 1st, the anime streaming service announced that thanks to the work of their in-house production studio, the former heroine would be portrayed by Jill Harris (Charlotte Pudding in One Piece) and the latter by Natalie Van Sistine (Yor Forger in Spy X Family).
Source: Crunchyroll Twitter
Thanks to her darker complexion and the now infamous ‘marriage’ proposal scene between her and Miorine in the series’ first episode, identity politics-focused Witch from Mercury fans have come to believe that Suletta is ‘coded’ – i.e. when overt stereotypes are used to portray a character’s identity rather than it being confirmed by the author – as both Middle Eastern/North African and queer.
However, it should be noted that these personal reads are just that, as the series has shown Suletta to be neither. Rather, her dark skin is the result of being raised on Merucry in close proximity to the Sun, and the aforementioned moment between her and Miorine is actually a matter of the latter rejecting her arranged marriage.
Suletta (Kana Ichinose) is surprised by Miorine’s ‘marriage proposal’ in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Episode 1 “The Witch and the Bride” (2022), Bandai Namco Filmworks
Regardless of reality, shortly after Crunchyroll made their announcement, some of Harris’ colleagues in the anime voice acting industry responded to the casting news by expressing immense frustration over what they believed to be the white- and straight- washing of Suletta’s character.
“It pains me to write this on a day that should be filled with nothing but celebration and admiration toward my peers,” opened a rant from Harris’ fellow Witch From Mercury voice actor Nazeeh H. Tarsha. ” To feel as though there is a corporate flyer with a risk assessment eval stating how much one can get away with before receiving an inordinate amount of backlash.”
Archive Link Nazeeh Tarsha via Twitter
“We can sit here and argue the merits of ‘right for the role’ vs ‘auto cast because of ethnicity’ but let’s also not pretend that the quality provided by minority actors is less than the quality of their peers,” continued the voice behind Guel’s stoic half-brother, Lauda Neill. “Inclusion gives us the ability to tell the stories of our backgrounds.”
Archive Link Nazeeh Tarsha via Twitter
“Even if it is a cookie cutter project where race ultimately could be neglected, character coding still exists,” he argued. “Therefore bringing forth racial relatability to minority consumers. Unfortunately, the more obscure the minority, the easier it is to sweep under the rug. Sad but true.”
Archive Link Nazeeh Tarsha via Twitter
Concluding his thoughts, Tarsha asserted, “I have a duty to my peers to use my platform. To speak for those whose voices go unheard.”
“May there come a day where the ambiguous nature of remote recording allowances is foregone and opportunities are provided to actors and directors alike to make the best possible products,” he ultimately declared.
Archive Link Nazeeh Tarsha via Twitter
Similarly, the English-language voice of Mirko in My Hero Academia, Anairis Quiñones, found it “ very disappointing that, despite all the resources publicly available to find diverse talent, minority voice actors still cannot have the opportunity to represent themselves for a (extremely rare/groundbreaking!!) minority lead in anime. ”
“ ESPECIALLY a MENA queer lead,” she emphasized.
Archive Link Anairis Quiñones via Twitter
“Pretty lame that CR’s strong preference for local talent affects authentic representation in a major role,” Quiñones passive-aggressively sniped. “Casting a wide pool for the biggest anime show of the year and not a MENA queer lead in a major franchise says a lot.”
Archive Link Anairis Quiñones. via Twitter
As of writing, Hill is still set to voice Suletta when the English dub of Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury premieres on Crunchyroll on February 5th.
Suletta (Kana Ichinose) suits up in her new school uniform in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury Episode 2 “Cursed Mobile Suit” (2022), Bandai Namco Filmworks
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“We can sit here and argue the merits of ‘right for the role’ vs ‘auto cast because of ethnicity’ but let’s also not pretend that the quality provided by minority actors is less than the quality of their peers,” continued the voice behind Guel’s stoic half-brother, Lauda Neill. “Inclusion gives us the ability to tell the stories of our backgrounds.”
Many attribute these misfortunes to the curse and believe that it can only be lifted through certain rituals or actions. The nutmeg curse has gained attention in recent years due to its portrayal in popular media and stories of individuals who claim to have experienced its effects. While some dismiss it as mere superstition, others firmly believe in its power and take precautions to avoid coming into contact with nutmeg or its products. Regardless of one's beliefs, the nutmeg curse serves as a cautionary tale about the potential dangers of dabbling in the unknown and underestimating the power of ancient superstitions. It reminds us to be mindful of the consequences of our actions and to approach unfamiliar practices with respect and caution..
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