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Worldcasting Podcast
Examining Worldbuilding
May 12, 2020
Tyler, Adam, Imachinate, and Taylor dissect worldbuilding in popular media, stressing the need to analyze and innovate. They explore borrowing elements in fiction, the complexity of fantasy settings like Skyrim, and the role of gods in storytelling. The podcast delves into literature, art, noble houses, and multiple points of view in world-building, advocating for diverse consumption to fuel creativity.
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- Analyzing existing settings helps writers identify effective world-building techniques.
- Drawing inspiration from mythology is acceptable, but adding a personal twist is crucial for originality.
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Learning from Others' Worldbuilding Techniques
Exploring published settings and worldbuilding for inspiration is essential to enhance one's own writing. Analyzing popular settings like The Witcher and The Elder Scrolls can provide insights into effective strategies and elements to incorporate. By examining others' work, writers can identify what works, what doesn't, and how to make their settings more authentic and engaging.
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