Adam Weishaupt
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Nov 16, 5:25am
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Tolkien Content Creators and A.I.
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This may sound like gatekeeping, but I am trying to be objective as possible with this post, it is just too easy to see content that attempts to hit all of the advertising "sweet spots" used for monetization. While I may not like what is happening, I also understand how the world works. These are just my observations.
I have noticed a recent trend, that has accelerated greatly over the last year or so. A new "crew" of content creators have been uploading videos that are obviously made by AI. They have all the tell-tale signs of AI as well. Mispronounced words, repetitive sentence starters, mass uploads, engagement bait (buzzwords, sensationalism), and artwork that has nothing to do with the legendarium.
A large number of these videos contain text that is noticeably generated by AI, creating a voiceover that is read (almost always) by a fake british accent. And these aren't even the rampant fanfic that is usually horrid. On that last point, I have never actually read Tolkien fanfic, but I am going to assume it is horrid.
I have gathered a list of "old school" content creators that I trust to at least be authentic and genuine. People who really love the stories and strive to keep thoughtful on the subject while have a firm grasp on the subject. Folks like "In Deep Geek," "Men of the West," and "Darth Gandalf" all never seem to fail me. They are definitely NOT AI creators.
I have a sneaking suspicion that creators like them are going the way of the Dodo. The barrier of entry has dropped to zero, done by creators that may have never even picked up a Tolkien book. Videos and essays that may have taken weeks to build are simply overmatched by the shear speed and ease that AI offers, even if it is unauthentic as can be.
I am interested in your experiences and your thoughts. Back to lurking.
(This post was edited by Adam Weishaupt on Nov 16, 5:26am)
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