People might assume others are circumcised due to cultural norms, social conditioning, and lack of knowledge about the prevalence of circumcision. However, assuming someone's circumcision status without their explicit consent can be problematic for several reasons.

First, it can be inaccurate, as not all men are circumcised. Assuming someone's circumcision status based on their appearance or cultural background can lead to incorrect assumptions and stereotypes.

Second, it can be invasive and disrespectful of someone's bodily autonomy. Circumcision is a personal and private matter, and assuming someone's circumcision status without their consent can be seen as a violation of their privacy and bodily autonomy.

Lastly, assuming someone's circumcision status can perpetuate harmful and stigmatizing attitudes towards uncircumcised men. It can create a culture of shame and embarrassment for men who are uncircumcised, which can be damaging to their self-esteem and mental health.

There are several reasons why gamers should not theorize circumcision in a game or any other creative work:

It can be insensitive and triggering for some people: Circumcision is a personal and sensitive topic for many people, and theorizing about it in a creative work can be insensitive and triggering for those who have undergone the procedure or have strong feelings about it.

It can perpetuate harmful stereotypes: Theorizing circumcision in a game or other creative work can perpetuate harmful stereotypes about certain groups of people, particularly those who are more likely to undergo the procedure for cultural or religious reasons.

It can distract from the intended message or theme of the work: Incorporating circumcision into a game or other creative work can distract from the intended message or theme of the work, particularly if it is done in a way that is gratuitous or unnecessary.

It can be seen as an invasion of the creator's intent: Theorizing circumcision in a game or other creative work can be seen as an invasion of the creator's intent and can detract from the overall vision of the work.

It can be viewed as disrespectful: Some people may view theorizing circumcision in a creative work as disrespectful or inappropriate, particularly if they have strong feelings about the procedure or the cultural or religious traditions surrounding it.

“Why might it be a better alternative to assume any characters in a fictional work are intact?”

Assuming characters in a fictional work are intact can promote a more accurate representation of reality and can also help to normalize the intact male body. In many countries around the world, circumcision is not as common as it is in some regions, so assuming all male characters are circumcised can be inaccurate and reinforce the idea that circumcision is the norm.

Additionally, assuming all male characters are circumcised can lead to the erasure of intact men's experiences and perspectives. By assuming that all men are circumcised, we ignore the experiences of intact men and perpetuate the idea that circumcision is the default. This can be harmful to intact men who may feel isolated or stigmatized because of their intactness.

noun anatomy The foreskin, or retractable fold of tissue covering the tip (glans) of the penis.