CritRPG - A Podcast about LitRPG, Progression Fantasy, and their authors

CritRPG Episode 12 - Writing 6 Books at once with RavensDagger

Aug 13, 2023
Join the hosts as they dive into the quirks of writing six books at once, tackling the clash between cozy fantasy and darker themes. Discover the Cake Theorem and why sewage is a surprising issue for overpowered characters. RavensDagger shares daily writing insights and advice for new authors, emphasizing balance and persistence. There's also a deep dive into unique story elements like card mechanics and moral dilemmas in space. Plus, plenty of author recommendations to inspire your next read!
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INSIGHT

Niche Themes Can Become Genres

  • Genres can emerge from niche trends once they prove financially and culturally popular.
  • Cozy fantasy may become its own genre if demand for that specific tone keeps growing.
ANECDOTE

Writing And Reading Multiple Projects

  • RavensDagger writes multiple stories in parallel and can read large chunks at once.
  • He prefers catching up in big sessions rather than following chapter-by-chapter.
ANECDOTE

Power Scaling Meets Societal Problems

  • In Strike Catcher, early volumes focus on powers while later volumes tackle societal problems.
  • The third volume forces the MC to confront issues that brute force can't solve.
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