Writing Excuses

Writing Excuses Episode 15: Costs and Ramifications of Magic

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May 19, 2008
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ADVICE

Always Include Magic Costs

  • Always include a cost for using magic in your story to maintain conflict and interest.
  • Costs prevent magic from being too easy and keep the story engaging.
INSIGHT

Magic Limitations Are Fascinating

  • Limitations and what magic can’t do are often more interesting than its powers.
  • These limitations maintain world consistency and add depth.
INSIGHT

Magic Impacts Economy and Society

  • Magic affects the world’s economy and environment, such as cheap light spells displacing candle makers.
  • Consider real-world ramifications when creating magic effects in your story.
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