Game of Clones

The Fantasy of De-Extinction

Romulus. Remus. Khaleesi. No, this isn’t the start of a Game of Thrones reboot - it’s the names given to three genetically modified puppies born in a lab and hailed as “de-extinct” dire wolves. Headlines call it “magic.” Scientists call it “progress.” George R.R. Martin cried. But the real tragedy here isn’t the tearful joy of a fantasy author - it’s th…