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Viking inspired fantasy has been a huge niche within the fantasy world, with TV shows like Vikings and video games like God of War. Viking fantasy typically includes elements like harsh
Grimdark is one of those subgenres that gets misunderstood a lot. Most people hear grimdark and picture relentless suffering, violence, and a general attitude of “nothing matters and everyone dies.” And
Knights are one of the most enduring figures in fantasy fiction, and honestly, it’s easy to see why. With knights are things like armor, swords, banners, oaths, tournaments and these are
Dystopian governments have been some of the most popular tropes to include in fiction for a long time. They often include elements of total surveillance, brutal dictators, oppressive laws, and controlled
If you’ve ever tried to write in a coffee shop, a busy house, or an open office, you already know the problem. One conversation nearby is all it takes to completely
Feudalism is one of the most commonly used political structures in fantasy. You’ve seen it everywhere: castles, knights, hereditary titles, sworn oaths, and kings sitting on thrones. It’s practically the backbone
Throughout human history, one of the most powerful forces has always been religion. It has shaped law, influenced systems, and helps to give people hope and answers many important questions for
Designing weapons for a fantasy military is one of those world building topics that looks simple on the surface but actually goes pretty deep once you start digging into it. A
World building is one of those topics that gets talked about a lot in the writing community, but it’s also one of those things that a lot of writers still struggle
One of the most important decisions you’ll make as a writer is figuring out the structure of your story. Should you write a trilogy? A duology? A full series? This choice
Literary fiction and contemporary fiction are two terms that get thrown around a lot in the writing world. However, a lot of writers struggle to understand where their own work fits
Fantasy battle scenes are some of the most anticipated moments in a story. They are where tension peaks, loyalties are tested, and consequences become unavoidable. However, they are also some of