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@winter-rose I got an email saying that you replied to this, but somehow it didn’t show up on here. I don’t know why. I like the ideas anyway. Thanks!
@emily I’m so sorry. I really did mean to get back to you earlier, but it looks like someone answered before I could.
My current WIP uses a bunch of different “fantasy” aspects. I’m not sure there are any characteristics that would properly define a fantasy novel in the way you seem to be thinking. A fantasy is something that isn’t real, so most fantasy novels just play off that. Writing the unrealistic is what makes the genre so much fun!
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@emily Well, you can have animals if you want. I’m currently building a fantasy world and I’m creating lots of different animals, but it’s not necessary.
I’d say that it’s very helpful to make a map of your world, and that you definitely should do it.
I probably wasn’t much help because I’m just repeating what everyone else said, but there are my answers! 😉
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aldarley.wordpress.com@emily Wow, I missed this. OK, I kinda skimmed, so some of this might have already been said.
Make. A. Map. Even if you don’t use it in your book, (which is always a good idea) it will help your brain a whole lot.
Create a Culture. Culture is so fun!!! For example, Leiferan culture is HUGELY influenced by music. Therefore, I have songs in all the legends, music as a natural part of life. It is also pretty Celtic, because I am slightly obsessed with Gaelic and Scottish everything.
Fantasy Creatures. You should make a new thing if you feel like you should. It can help your story feel unique, not just using the same Elves and Dwarves and Fairies.
Hope this helps!
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@that_writer_girl_99 Thanks for your input!
@epicaddie2 Never fear, my friend! You’re Ranger input is always appreciated. XD
@aislinn-mollisong No problem. It’s always good to know that other people agree with each other. 😀 I’ve already started an outline for my culture. Architecture, art, housing situations, etc. I guess I’ll make creatures as needed in my story. Very helpful. Thanks Aislinn!- Rank: Knight in Shining Armor
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@charisetter, I just came over here to see what was going on, and I saw that map. It’s so gorgeous! Nice job 👍🏻
@shannon Thanks! I drew it quite a while ago and had to dig through some things to find it…
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@charisetter Digging through things to find something is the story of my life. It’s gorgeous, and not at all the worse for having been buried 😉
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