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,…

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. …

Intent:Why do you want to build a world?  What purpose will this constructed world you develop serve?The motivation for building your world can drive the decisions you make along the…