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Rationally Writing

Episode 42 - Worth the Candle (Guest: CthulhuRaeJepsen)

May 13, 2018
Special guest CthulhuRaeJepsen discusses pseudonyms and his story Worth the Candle. Topics include writing under a pseudonym, world-building in a unique game setting, exploring character dynamics and romance in a party setting, narrative significance of quest names and achievements, magic systems and game mechanics in storytelling, and the world of magic items and Forge Frenzy.
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Quick takeaways

  • Crafting unique magic systems adds depth to the story.
  • Using pseudonyms as a writer allows for creative freedom.

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Magic systems and pseudonyms

The podcast episode discusses the importance of magic systems and writing under pseudonyms. The speaker mentions the appeal of crafting unique magic systems within narratives to add depth and intrigue to the story. Additionally, the topic of using pseudonyms as a writer is explored, highlighting how it allows for creative freedom and avoids preconceived notions based on the author's name.

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