Defining Faith vs Religion in Fantasy WorldbuildingThis topic has two related ideas that are important to differentiate.Faith = Personal belief concerning the answers to unprovable metaphysical questionsReligion = External, corporate…
The Implications of Magic PowerNote: This topic looks specifically at battle and healing magic for examples of the implications of magic. There will be ramifications for any kind of magic,…
Must there be Magic?No. Magic typically serves two key purposes:A Substitute for TechnologyAllows for circumstances not typically possible in pre-industrial worlds.Setting the Tone for your WorldIt can evoke awe, wonder,…
Key ConclusionThe four elements of a story are Character, Action, Setting, and Theme.Every story will incorporate all four elements but the depth of each depends on your goals.It is not…
Defining CosmogonyCosmogony is defined as a theory of the origin or creation story of a world or universe. This includes myths, religious beliefs, scientific theories, or any kind of study…
Defining Perfect KnowledgeSomeone possessing Perfect Knowledge has the absolute and full understanding and knowledge of objective truth. He or she is incapable of being wrong or mistake and is not…
General NotesThe notes for this video are structured on the sequence I went through to develop my example story. The exact sequence you use may be different depending on what…
Act IThe world and characters are introduced.Usually, the protagonist is seen in the light of “everyday life” before some trigger sends him or her off into the unexpected.Having this grounding…
DefinitionsCosmology is the study of the universe, particularly as it relates to astronomy and physics. In worldbuilding terms, Cosmology is the establishment of the basic building blocks of your world. …
Why do you want to write? What is your motivation and what is your expectation? Is it fame and fortune? Is it for a love of the craft and storytelling? …