Can you talk about the creation of Sirona Ryan? How early in development was she conceived?
"It has been a high priority throughout the development of Hogwarts Legacy to create a game that is representative and diverse, aligning with our wonderful fan community. Offering players choices in the way they play the game is an element that we have worked on since the start of development. The Character Creator is just one example of that and of course, the large, diverse cast of characters present throughout the game have also had a huge amount of thought from Avalanche and Warner Bros. Games, as well as counsel from outside D&I experts."
Sirona is coded as transgender in her appearances throughout the story. How deep does Hogwarts Legacy delve into her background?
"The best way to get to know any character is to delve into the game."
Can you talk about what Sirona Ryan means for Hogwarts Legacy, particularly in light of J.K. Rowling's vocal opposition to transgender people like her.
"The team felt that it was very important to create a game that is representative of the rich and diverse world of Harry Potter as well as the groups of people who play games, which includes the LGBTQIA+ community. We have a diverse cast of characters that players will encounter throughout the game."
Why wasn't she featured in the promotional marketing?
"As with most of the game, we want players to discover all of the different elements of the story and gameplay as they play through it."
Ultimately, what do you hope will be the reaction to Sirona Ryan?
"The team is very excited about the launch of the game overall and can’t wait for fans and gamers to experience their own Hogwarts Legacy."
https://www.ign.com/articles/avalanche-software-addresses-hogwarts-legacys-transgender-character
Can you talk about the creation of Sirona Ryan? How early in development was she conceived?
"It has been a high priority throughout the development of Hogwarts Legacy to create a game that is representative and diverse, aligning with our wonderful fan community. Offering players choices in the way they play the game is an element that we have worked on since the start of development. The Character Creator is just one example of that and of course, the large, diverse cast of characters present throughout the game have also had a huge amount of thought from Avalanche and Warner Bros. Games, as well as counsel from outside D&I experts."
Sirona is coded as transgender in her appearances throughout the story. How deep does Hogwarts Legacy delve into her background?
"The best way to get to know any character is to delve into the game."
Can you talk about what Sirona Ryan means for Hogwarts Legacy, particularly in light of J.K. Rowling's vocal opposition to transgender people like her.
"The team felt that it was very important to create a game that is representative of the rich and diverse world of Harry Potter as well as the groups of people who play games, which includes the LGBTQIA+ community. We have a diverse cast of characters that players will encounter throughout the game."
Why wasn't she featured in the promotional marketing?
"As with most of the game, we want players to discover all of the different elements of the story and gameplay as they play through it."
Ultimately, what do you hope will be the reaction to Sirona Ryan?
"The team is very excited about the launch of the game overall and can’t wait for fans and gamers to experience their own Hogwarts Legacy."