

Cape Disappointment
Dec 17, 2019
Join Dino, AC, Adam, and Anna in a discussion starting from Tolkien to naming conventions and world-changing story locations. Explore the evolution of fantasy races, pitfalls of monocultures, and the importance of cultural heritage. Dive into folklore, dark lords, language, and naming practices in world-building. Learn about creating realistic and memorable names for places, embracing influences, and fostering creativity in storytelling.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Tolkien's Impact on Fantasy Tropes and Tropes in Worldbuilding
01:40 • 10min
Reimagining Traditional Fantasy Races in Modern Narratives
12:02 • 20min
The Pitfalls of Monocultures in Fantasy Worldbuilding
32:15 • 4min
Exploring Cultural Heritages and Researching Naming Conventions
36:07 • 4min
Exploring Folklore and Myths Across Cultures
39:55 • 9min
Exploring Dark Lords in Storytelling
49:00 • 8min
Exploring Language, History, and Naming Conventions
57:07 • 2min
Importance of Naming Places in World-Building
58:43 • 15min
The Art of Naming in History and Fiction
01:13:23 • 6min
Embracing Influence and Creativity in Worldbuilding
01:19:21 • 3min