The Art of World Building: Creating Breakout Fantasy and Science Fiction Worlds In Stories and Gaming EP 23: Creating Names
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Apr 7, 2020 Dive into the art of naming in fantasy and science fiction! Discover innovative techniques for crafting unique and personalized names that enhance your world. Explore the significance of surnames and how they reflect character traits and cultural backgrounds. Unravel the complexities of naming conventions, including hyphenated surnames and memorable place names. Get practical tips for creating names that are both simple and unique, ensuring they resonate with readers and enrich your storytelling!
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Names Are Cultural Conventions
- Given names and surnames are cultural choices, not universal necessities.
- You can vary naming systems across societies to reflect politics, history, or culture.
Use Names To Differentiate Individuals
- Give names to distinguish individuals within a family or group.
- Use middle names, occupational names, or alternate names to help characters avoid confusion.
George Foreman Name Example
- Randy mentions George Foreman naming most of his sons George as an example of name reuse.
- He notes middle names or nicknames often become the daily identifier in such families.
