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Cape Disappointment

Worldcasting Podcast

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Exploring Dark Lords in Storytelling

The chapter delves into the significance of Dark Lords as a narrative device, comparing them to historical figures like Genghis Khan and discussing their role as representations of complex ideas. It highlights the preference for morally grey characters over simplistic dark lord archetypes and explores how dark powers are portrayed in popular fantasy series. The discussion also touches on naming conventions in storytelling, providing tips on creating meaningful names for characters and places.

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