--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: In 'Nier Automata', the protagonists are…" description: "\"In 'Nier Automata', the protagonists are androids, not humans, and that's very common in a Science Fiction story.\" — Yoko Taro" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4a9/yoko-taro-19359_fiction_in-nier-automata-the-protagonists-are-an_1565755.jpg" --- # In 'Nier Automata', the protagonists are androids, not… ![“In 'Nier Automata', the protagonists are androids, not humans, and that's very common in a Science Fiction story.” quote by Yoko Taro](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4a9/yoko-taro-19359_fiction_in-nier-automata-the-protagonists-are-an_1565755.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4a9/yoko-taro-19359_fiction_in-nier-automata-the-protagonists-are-an_1565755.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/4a9/yoko-taro-19359_fiction_in-nier-automata-the-protagonists-are-an_1565755.jpg) > “In 'Nier Automata', the protagonists are androids, not humans, and that's very common in a Science Fiction story.” [Yoko Taro](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/yoko-taro/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The story uses android protagonists to explore what it means to be human, highlighting themes of identity and consciousness. **In simple terms:** Androids question humanity. Key Takeaway Consider how non‑human characters reveal human truths. Themes identity consciousness existentialism science fiction Mood thoughtful reflective Type narrative philosophical When to use this quote - gaming narratives - philosophical discussions - AI ethics Key Concepts philosophy artificial intelligence empathy Questions to Reflect On - What does being human mean beyond biology? - How do android perspectives challenge our assumptions? 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