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as a writer one of the best feelings is finding the perfect name for something that represents the signature qualities of said person or place and sounds right 🤭
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the normal life of a writer.
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I feel like there's not enough love for the delightfully silly and mundane parts of worldbuilding, like using your superpowers to heat your coffee, or navigating the subway station in a city of monsters without getting your soul sucked out through your face hole.
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4 Creative Ways to Design Fictional Plants for Your Fantasy World
Hello everyone! If you want to add some unique flora to your world-building, this article is for you. In this post, I'll go through some ways you can find the inspiration to create fictional plants. Here are some ways to get creative:
Draw ideas from real-life plants: Find unique features of the plants around you that you can adapt to create an entirely new plant. For example, you could make an orchard full of fruit trees that project sharp needles from the hanging fruit when touched.
Think outside the box: Consider what the creatures in your world need. Figure out how their unique needs could be met by the plants. What kind of food do they eat? What is poisonous to them? Where do they nest?
Tie in significance and mythological elements: Take ideas from folklore. Give your plants deeper meaning to the people that inhabit your world. What mystical properties do your plants have? Are they used in a ritual?
Consider the environment: When making a new type of plant, consider the climate and geography of its growing area. Plants that grow in dry areas look and function differently from those that thrive in wetlands.
Get creative with your fictional plants. Consider purpose. Mix, match, and invent! Happy world-building!
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Need some help about my main character
Soo basically I've made my mc an average and rather plain looking girl since I am sick of every female mcs being almost perfect in fantasy novels. But I've been told that the 'plain girl' is also as bad as the cliche ones and a kind of 'y/n'. Any ideas about what should I do?
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No intro post just needed to share some stuff i did for my "book" (dont think it deserve this appellation lol) 1st i created a full font with an alphabet i created (still dont know if i'm going to use this)
2nd everytime i imagine a quote that can hit hard i need to associate or create a character to fit it
3rd talking about my future character all the time without even creating an id card for them
4th everytime i log in pinterest there is dozen of images i can use for characters so i save them (even tho half of it wouldnt even be used)
5th spamming my friend with all of my idea plot without writing about it
6th searching for stuff like "title of nobility" just to have more realism
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someone please tell me to go and finish my manuscript.
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Hero rips her blade out of Henchman's body, hearing it fall to the ground behind her. Sidekick stands in frozen fear at what their mentor has done. Villain only sees Henchman. Hears their heartbeat fading slowly. Watches the blood pour out on their lovely tile floor that Henchman just spent mopping. Everything slows to a halt. How did it get to this point? What—what’s happening? “I’ve tried everything to not hurt you or to keep you out of prison. And this is how you repay me? Killing my lover?” Villain barely registers Hero’s choked out words. Villain is barely there. Memories of Henchman and Villain play out in front of them. Their first meeting. Henchman’s first snark towards Villains work. Henchman forcing Villain to take a break from their current world destroying plan. Villain's feet move before he can stop them. Hero readys her stance for the Villains attack yet it never comes for them. Villain cradles Henchman’s head in his lap. Taking off his cloak, he wraps it around Henchman’s wound.
“How hypocritical.” Villain spat, eyes darkening. “You have no right to call me hypocrit-” Hero doesn’t finish her sentence before her head hits the floor. Sidekick flinches at the low thud their mentor’s decapitated head makes. Their sob wrenches out of their throat when the body tumbles to the ground as well. Villain’s gaze is blank. His face empty, until it morphs into disgust at Hero’s blood splattering over Henchman’s body. Villain suddenly remembers.
Henchman! Rushing to their body and feeling their pulse, Villain feels short relief at their slow rate. Picking them up, Villain feels their slow breath against his face and urgency moves through him. Villain then remembers something else in the room. Sidekick. As their eyes meet, Sidekick’s resemblance to a deer in headlights becomes uncanny. “Vil..lain.” Villain decides that Sidekick is not worth Henchman’s remaining life. Sidekick shudders after Villain leaves the room.
“BZZ-! BZZ-!” Sidekick’s phone vibrates in their pocket. Without their eyes leaving Hero’s freshly grey ones, they take the phone out and answer the call. “Hey, how’d the prank go?” Civilian’s voice rings out in the deadly quiet room. Civilian. Hero’s lover. Hero’s breathing lover.
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Hello everyone! This was something I made to help practice writing. Any help or advice is welcomed!
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A Few Creatures Unique to Kobani and Day 25 Kobani Worldbuilding Question
Pictured Above: The Sea-Dragon Gabrisu, which lives off of the KIshic Coast. Gabrisu is the largest living thing in Kobani. I will talk about Gabrisu more in a future post. Gabrisu is an example of a Great Monster.
25. What kind of animals and creatures live here?
This is a subject I could go into a lot of depth about, aside from species that are familiar to those on earth, there are also thousands of other species native to all parts of Kobani. In the interest of time I will be limiting this list to just Kishetal and will only give a few examples. More information on various species will be shared in future posts.
First, a quick classification of beings
This is a quick description of the classification of mortal beings in Kobani. Gods and Spirits do not fall into these classifications.
Animals/humans/other: Those creatures and entities seemingly unaffected or unchanged by the effects of wild magic. These beings are, as a rule, not magical, not including the intrinsically magical aspects of life itself, though certain humans, sages, and seers, are capable of seeing and communicating with spirits and, with permission, may wield their power though never their own. Examples unique to Kobani include horned rabbits and giant minks
Beasts/Forestfolk: These are mortal and physical creatures and beings that have been reshaped and changed by wild magic but have not been changed to such an extent that wisemen cannot determine their original origin. Examples include the Deer of Lat and the Dorasi. Most forestfolk fall into this category as well, being vastly changed but still recognizably originating from a mundane and non-magical creature, namely humans or, on rare occasions, Giants or one of the other Sapient/Awakened Creatures. Beasts/Forestfolk may exhibit supernatural or magical aspects, but this is relatively rare as their mutations are typically physical and, at times, neurological rather than spiritual or metaphysical. In essence, the soul is unchanged, despite what may be claimed by certain people. Though their bodies and, at times, their behaviors are different, forestfolk, on the level of the soul/het, are still human and thus still privy to the Human/Awakened Cycle of Reincarnation rather than the typical mortal cycle experienced by Animals and other non-sapient creatures.
Monsters: Monster is a broad category. A monster is any creature whose lineage has been affected by magic to the extent that the species of its original ancestry is no longer clear, as with the silverwings of the Baalic Island. They may also be beings that seemingly have no distinct origin and/or are naturally found in their state, having not been affected by wild magic. These creatures are typically differentiated from animals by various magical or supernatural properties though their magical nature/dynamic nature is still mostly static and purely physical, unlike spirits. Examples of these "true" monsters include creatures such as lesser dragons, many sea serpents, and the kirki. To be considered a monster rather than a “Great” monster, an individual must necessarily be considered part of a group or species.
Great Monsters: These are ancient creatures that are unique in nature, they may be the progenitor of a line of lesser monsters, but they must be the first of their kind or else included in a very small group, one which prohibits the proliferation of the creature without degradation. Typically they are named individuals and are typically though not necessarily supernatural or magical. Examples include the Great Dragon Ilhumbaya.
Demigods: A demigod is the progeny of a human or human-descended forestfolk and a spirit, typically a Great Spirit, given the power and focus required by spirits to produce and provide the necessary materials for sexual reproduction. Demigods are almost always born from a human mother, as most spirits detest the physical limits which come from carrying a physically static being. Unlike forestfolk, demigods are magical in nature and not merely the result of magical mutation. Demigods are typically not able to wield magic and change their form in the same sense as a spirit, as their physical body forbids it. Magic rather manifests in the body itself. Demigods are prone to unusually large stature, heal at an unusually fast pace, and possess great physical strength. Demigods are also capable of speaking with and seeing spirits regardless of the spirit's wishes. In some cases, this may only occur after certain mental blocks and expectations are broken. Depending on the individual, if not killed by unnatural means, a demigod may live for upwards of fifteen hundred years. Despite this, demigods are still considered among the Awakened and mortal beings.
For the purposes of this post, I will be addressing species from the first two categories, Animals and Beasts.
1. Horned Rabbit
Classification: Animal
Common Name: The Wild Horned Rabbit
Kishic Name: Juraijir (Juraba- Rabbit, Jir- Horn/Antler/Branch)
Description: The Wild Horned Rabbit is a large leporid typically found in plains and mountain slopes though populations may exist in a range of biomes. Both males and females possess large curling horns similar to those found in wild sheep. Males possess thick manes similar in some sense to that of the American Bison. Horned Rabbits are considerably larger than their non-horned cousins. Horned Rabbits typically travel in large groups called clatters, named for the tell-tale sound of their horns clashing during the mating season. During the mating season Horned Rabbit males may become aggressive, more than one Kishic shepherd or hunter has taken an unfortunate fall of a cliff or ledge after running afoul of horned rabbit. Unlike rabbits Horned Rabbits do not create burrows but rather construct nest like structures called isisu. Does may produce a litter twice a year with each litter typically consisting of 2 to 4 kits. Rabbits typically live between 4-7 years.
Range: Red Areas represent the native range of the Horned Rabbit, Green diagrams those areas where horned rabbits have been introduced in wild or domesticated form.
Size: Bucks(Male) generally reach between 50-60 lbs with the largest specimens reaching upwards of 85 lbs. Does generally weigh between 40-50 lbs with the heaviest examples reaching 70 lbs.
Diet: Rabbits are herbivorous, the majority of their diet is composed of grasses, shrubs, herbs, and mosses. In some areas the diet may be supplemented by twigs, and buds.
Magical Aspects: Horned Rabbits are not inherently magical, however by eating magical herbs Rabbits may begin to exhibit magical traits. These traits become particularly important in cases where magically affected rabbit is eaten by humans or other species.
Relation to Humans: Wild rabbits are often hunted for meat and fur. The mane of the male rabbit is commonly used for shawls and decorative purposes while meat is a common ingredient in stews and sauces throughout the Red Cedar Mountains. The horns commonly used in the creation of jewelry, weapons, and drinking vessels. Over 45 separate breeds of domesticated horned rabbit exist throughout Kobani. The largest breed, the Amshigarian Imar, may reach up to 400 lbs. The smallest domesticated breed the Jurasum, popular among Kishic commoners, weigh in at around 15 lbs.
2. The Giant Mink
Classification: Animal
Common Name: The Giant Mink
Kishic Name: Jalkukusu (Jal- Great or Big, Kukusu- Mink)
Description: The Giant Mink is a large mustelid most closely related to the common mink. Aside from the obvious difference in size, the giant mink possesses longer and more powerful legs suited for both climbing and running. Giant Mink typically hunt via ambush, pouncing down on their prey from thick limbs and branches or else springing from water in similar fashion to a crocodilian. Giant Minks are accomplished swimmers and climbers and can be found in most areas of the eastern Green Sea where both forest and running water can be found. The range of the Giant Mink has shrunk somewhat as a result of deforestation throughout the Green Sea. The rich and glossy coat of the Giant mink is a deep brown and is known for its silky appearance. Mink typically live between 7-10 years.
Range: Red areas represent the current range of the Giant Mink, Pink areas represent the former range.
Size: Differences between male and female specimens is often substantial. Males may reach weights of up to 210lbs but are generally 130-170 lbs and approximately 8ft from snout to the tip of the tail. Females typically fall around 100-120 lbs and 7.3ft. In size they are comparable to the Puma Concolor or Mountain Lion. Giant Mink are both the longest and heaviest mustelids in Kobani.
Diet: Giant Minks are voracious and often vicious predators. The diet consists of fish, shellfish, small birds and mammals, eggs, insects, and reptiles as well as larger prey including gazelle, deer, boar, wild goat and sheep, porcupine, horned rabbit, small bears, lion cubs, livestock, and on rare occasion, humans and forestfolk.
Magical Aspects: Giant Mink in their natural state have no magical traits unless introduced via diet.
Relation with Humans: While Giant Mink fur is heavily coveted and the pelts a symbol of wealth and power, hunting the mink is considered a dangerous endeavor due to the species’ aggressive nature. Some consider the hunting of Giant Minks to be a greater honor than the hunting of lions. Minks often prey on livestock including sheep and horned rabbits. It is not unheard of for Giant Mink to find their way into villages only to make off with pets and small children.
3. The Deer of Lat
Classification: Beast
Common Name(s): Flesh-eating Deer, Deer of Lat
Kishic Name:�� Latdul Atjir (Latdul- Of Lat, Atjir- Deer)
Description: The Flesh-Eating Deer of Lat are a monstrous species originally native to Kishetal that have since spread to surrounding regions. Their name stems from the semi-historical folk-hero, Lat, who it is said first encountered the creatures near the future site of the Kishic city of Bur. The deer are quite easy to separate from their plant-eating cousins by their comparatively bulky bodies, their large size, long busy tails, the presence of canine-like teeth, and front facing eyeballs. Does and Bucks alike possess antlers. Unlike other species, antlers are not used in mating rituals. Rather male deer compete by creating caches of food. As a result male deer are particularly aggressive during the breeding season and will often actively hunt down humans. Deer move in small packs of between 3 and 8 individuals typically led by a dominant pair. Often deer will hunt in similar fashion to wolves, using their hooves, teeth, and antlers to kill prey. Unlike other deer, Deer of Lat do not shed their antlers. It is is not unusual to see deer with small prey items skewered upon the antlers. Deer are highly aggressive and will almost certainly prey on humans if given the chance. It is believed that the Deer of Lat are the descendants of roe deer exposed to wild magic in the Red Cedar Mountains. Deer live approximately 9 years on average.
Range: The range of the Flesh-eating Deer is shown in red.
Size: The Deer of Lat reach on average, 6ft 5in tall at the shoulders. Sexual dimorphism is surprisingly limited. Deer may typically reach 990–1,320 lbs and up to 1,640 lbs.
Diet: The Deer of Lat are obligate carnivores. A single individual may eat upwards of 100lbs of flesh in a week. Prey animals include gazelle, deer, boar, wild goat and sheep, porcupine, horned rabbit, small bears, lion cubs, livestock, and humans.
Magical Aspects: The Deer of Lat are immune to all diseases. Additionally it would seem the deer possess supernatural quietness, as despite their massive size, deer are capable of sneaking up on prey practically silently. The deer hide is supernaturally resistant against extreme cold.
Relation with Humans: The Deer of Lat are one of the few species which actively hunt and seem to show a preference for human and forestfolk as a part of their diet. Packs of deer will stalk the outside of villages, preying on stragglers. The Deer are much feared and are a common villain in Kishic folklore. Despite the dangerous nature of the deer, the antlers are prized for use in weapons and jewelry. The hide with its magical properties is often used in the creation of cold-weather and mountain clothing.
4. Long-Necked Bear
Classification: Beast
Common Name: The Long-Necked Bear
Kishic Name: Dorasi (borrowed from a forestfolk dialect)
Description: The long-necked bear is believed to descend from a mutated population of brown bear in the Shabalic Mountains before the decent of humanity from the mountains of sanctuary. Dorasi are now found all over northwestern Macia and Kallistera. The dorasi is thinner and less robust than the brown bear, better suited to sudden bursts of speed. Dorasi are known to gallop after their prey. The Dorasi is additionally quite a good swimmer and may on some occasions swim many miles over lake or sea, accounting for its spread off of the mainland. The most identifiable traits the dorasi are its elongated neck, fanged mouth, and iridescent fur. Like the brown bear, dorasi hibernate during colder seasons and will gorge themselves before the winter season in order to gain the requisite fat deposits. Dorasi are highly solitary and territorial and will attack strange bears, monsters, and even humans that enter their territory, which may cover several hundred acres. Bears will only leave their territory when searching for a mate or else leaving the territory of their mother. Bears typically live between 10 and 15 years. Dorasi are known to hoard shiny objects including gold and silver which is then incorporated into their den.
Range: The range of the Dorasi is shown in red.
Size: While thinner than the Shabalic brown bear, the Dorasi is taller and longer and thus roughly equivalent in weight at 500-780 lbs for males and 400-650 lbs for females with females typically being sleeker and less bulky than males. Both sexes generally measure at 8 to 10ft from nose to tail.
Diet: The diet of the dorasi varies greatly on geographical location. Typically a dorasi’s diet will consist of a mixture of grasses, berries, sedges, fungi, mosses, nuts, fruit, honey, insects, birds and fish as as larger prey items like deer and boar. Dorasi may occasionally prey on humans but most attacks are territorial in nature.
Magical Aspects: The iridescent fur of the dorasi expels water. Dorasi have a seemingly supernatural ability to detect gold and other precious metals, and make their dens near deposits. As such dorasi are often used as an indication of the presence of gold and silver. It is said that same northern populations are capable of imitating human speech. Dorasi blood is an oft ingredient in potions and medicines as it seems to increase the effect of other magical components consumed alongside it.
Relation with Humans: Dorasi are hostile towards humans and while they will only rarely prey on humans and forestfolk, have no qualms with attacking those who enter their territory. Dorasi are seen as good luck by miners as their presence often signifies large deposits. Dorasi hides are popular for use as cloaks and robes among northern peoples. However due to the magically hydrophobic nature of the fur it is incredibly hard to clean and prepare.
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LOOKING FOR A WRITING GROUP
Hello all. I am looking for a writing group. I am writing an action fantasy story trying for some high anime action and DnD logic stuff. I am doing this as preparation for a comic (and the comic is a cheap alternative to an animated series). So, I need people that love plot, character, and story, but will be patient with me as I spell check myself. I am 39 years old, but still write like a teenager. Do message me if you know a good group for this.
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any other writers out there maladaptive daydream 😊 asking for a friend
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writers, readers and fellow autumn & winter devotees, light up your torches. 🪵🌌🧣🧦🍁📚🕯️☕️
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Hi, I’m new here! I post all things speculative fiction, including: writer resources, writing tips, worldbuilding, tropes, prompts, personality quizzes, and more!
Here’s our top post so far, for you beautiful fantasy writers out there: ideas for writing fantasy that DON’T involve quests, with a couple of examples for each point to help get your brain meat cookin’.
I hope you find it helpful!
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Indie Author Progress #2
With my timeline for publishing Phoenix Awakening planned out, I've given myself a few weeks to make sure the cover and story are as good as I can get it. So the past few days I've turned my attention to creating book 2's cover and getting to book 3's 3rd draft.
Hiraeth Song is planned to have 5 to 6 books in the series total depending on how the already planned events unfold when I get to writing them. But I've only completed the second draft of the 3rd book up to this point in time.
Book 3 is where the story gets really dark and I've been giving myself leeway to get to finalizing the events and what is included in it, mostly for my own mental health. I already have a few notes on things to change. Most of it has to do with the pacing and how Moira has evolved as well as the dynamic of her relationship with the dark broody mmc.
Its a slow burn enemies to lovers romance where both of them have commitment issues and dove in way to fast the first two drafts so...that's gotta change lol.
Stay tuned for next weeks update!
Also,
Cover reveal for Phoenix Awakening coming Nov 23! Only ten days away!
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Este cómic lo hice el año pasado como proyecto final de Ilustración y Cómic de la universidad. Quise hacer uno de 8 páginas de uno de mis momentos favoritos de mi novela "Lo que la Niebla Ocultó", de mi saga Dunia. Intenté hacer los colores más simples y planos, pues se trataba de un cómic. Las últimas páginas tuve que hacerlas muy deprisa porque tenía poco tiempo para terminarlo. Tuve que simplificar un poco las escenas y cambiarlas para adaptarlas al formato cómic. ¡Pero me gusta mucho el resultado! Si quieres conocer más a Diana y a Hino, no te pierdas mi novela. Pronto habrá una nueva edición.
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Sometimes I just feel like the urge to write about my ocs (dont know if I would post about them here) but I'm so lazyy like words dont want to come, its like a really weird feeling. Its soooo frustrating like, send help pliz
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