I think it’s less likely to be an evolutionary advantage and just a side effect of having really good pattern recognition. Because the uncanny valley does not only trigger with humans. Anything that is close to something recognizable but not quite right can trigger it. It’s what makes liminal spaces feel creepy.
Definitely enhanced when in person. I get the strongest sensation being anywhere staff-only after hours (usually when I’m tagging along with a friend who works somewhere). There’s normally an implied force pushing you out of those places, but when left empty, it’s like a weird energy vacuum.
Well, think about walking through the forest. That large branch just doesn’t look right. Oh shit, theres a predator on that branch. Seems reason enough for the trait to exist.
I think it’s less likely to be an evolutionary advantage and just a side effect of having really good pattern recognition. Because the uncanny valley does not only trigger with humans. Anything that is close to something recognizable but not quite right can trigger it. It’s what makes liminal spaces feel creepy.
Wait, y’all feel creepy at those hallways and such? Maybe something is lost in the photos, but I don’t see it.
Definitely enhanced when in person. I get the strongest sensation being anywhere staff-only after hours (usually when I’m tagging along with a friend who works somewhere). There’s normally an implied force pushing you out of those places, but when left empty, it’s like a weird energy vacuum.
That’s my take, anyway.
Well, think about walking through the forest. That large branch just doesn’t look right. Oh shit, theres a predator on that branch. Seems reason enough for the trait to exist.