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Ancient silver coins scattered on burlap with a thick rope. Coins feature intricate designs and text, giving a historic, rustic feel.

Ancient silver coins scattered on burlap with a thick rope. Coins feature intricate designs and text, giving a historic, rustic feel.

Fantasy's Finest: Three Inventive Magic Systems

Sep 20, 20253 min read

stone head monuments, chipped away and worn, in a dessert with a sunset behind

stone head monuments, chipped away and worn, in a dessert with a sunset behind

Crafting the Divine: Creating a Believable Pantheon of Gods

Sep 12, 20253 min read

A person in a detailed fantasy costume depicting a red bird-like creature with a large beak, prominent feathered wings, and a serious expression. The figure is crouched in a field of green grass with a dramatic, cloudy sky behind them.

A person in a detailed fantasy costume depicting a red bird-like creature with a large beak, prominent feathered wings, and a serious expression. The figure is crouched in a field of green grass with a dramatic, cloudy sky behind them.

From Phrasing to Fantasy: How Language Shapes Your World

Sep 6, 20253 min read

How a Fantasy World's Geography Forges Its Culture

How a Fantasy World's Geography Forges Its Culture

How a Fantasy World's Geography Forges Its Culture

Aug 30, 20253 min read

The Power of a Morally Grey Villain

The Power of a Morally Grey Villain

The Power of a Morally Grey Villain

Aug 22, 20252 min read

a bald viking warrior wearing fur, holding a sword. He has a long plated beard and there is smoke behind him.

a bald viking warrior wearing fur, holding a sword. He has a long plated beard and there is smoke behind him.

Beyond the Chosen One: How to Write a Reluctant Hero

Aug 16, 20252 min read

Witches potions on blackmagic with bones and runes and magic book

Witches potions on blackmagic with bones and runes and magic book

5 Ways to Make Your Magic System Feel Real

Aug 9, 20252 min read

Beyond the Map: Building Worlds That Live and Breathe (Even if Your World is Our Own)

Beyond the Map: Building Worlds That Live and Breathe (Even if Your World is Our Own)

Beyond the Map: Building Worlds That Live and Breathe (Even if Your World is Our Own)

Aug 2, 20253 min read

head shot of a guard in a medievil metal helpmet with nos egaurd. There's mud on his face and he has pirecing green/hazel eyes. In the background are open books.

head shot of a guard in a medievil metal helpmet with nos egaurd. There's mud on his face and he has pirecing green/hazel eyes. In the background are open books.

Crafting Compelling Characters: From Heroes to Villains (and Everyone In Between)

Aug 2, 20253 min read

women sitting in library reading a book, wearing a dress and trainers. A window is behind her and a standing lamp (grey) is beside her.

women sitting in library reading a book, wearing a dress and trainers. A window is behind her and a standing lamp (grey) is beside her.

When Writer's Block Strikes: Dispelling the Fog and Finding Your Way Back

Aug 2, 20253 min read

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