Category: Worldbuilding
Worldbuilding Communication: tying your world toge...
Posted by Janet Forbes | Jun 24, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 3 |
Power in Worldbuilding: Need, Agency, and Action
Posted by Janet Forbes | Jun 3, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 5 |
Inner Worlds & Inner Peace: Mental Health Mon...
Posted by Kat French | May 6, 2023 | Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
Hard and soft worldbuilding: know the difference!
Posted by Roc Humet | Mar 15, 2023 | Interviews, Worldbuilding | 0 |
5 examples of fantasy history to inspire you!
Posted by Roc Humet | Sep 3, 2022 | Pro Tips, Worldbuilding | 0 |
Your First 10 Worldbuilding Articles
by Kat French | Mar 15, 2024 | Worldbuilding | 0 |
Worldbuilding can be intimidating! After all, it’s creating an entire world and everything in it....
Read MoreMaking the extraordinary relatable: Dimday Red
by worldanvil | Feb 19, 2024 | Sage Spotlight, Worldbuilding | 0 |
Today we’re pleased to feature a guest post from Spiros Drakatos, Game Designer and Creator...
Read MoreThe Triangle of Power: Creating magic items that make sense
by Janet Forbes | Feb 3, 2024 | Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
Worldbuilding Magic Systems and technology is so much fun, but it can also be daunting –...
Read MoreWorldbuilding as Community Building: Twilight Force
by Kat French | Jan 17, 2024 | Worldbuilding | 0 |
Twilight Force, a Swedish power metal band, has taken an unconventional route in engaging fans by...
Read MoreTop 100 Articles on World Anvil – Community Picks 2023!
by Janet Forbes | Dec 21, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 0 |
Which were the best World Anvil articles this year…. according to the Community? Well, the...
Read MorePortal Fantasy: A Journey to Imagination
by Kat French | Dec 19, 2023 | DM Tips & Advice, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
Are you sick of the ordinary world? Want to escape to a place of wonder and danger – but...
Read MoreCyberpunk RPGs & Fiction: Worlds of Neon & Noir
by Kat French | Dec 15, 2023 | DM Tips & Advice, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
Do you long to explore the darker side of the future? Are you fascinated with the idea of a seedy,...
Read MoreUnderstanding Science Fantasy: Mad Science or Rational Magic?
by Kat French | Dec 11, 2023 | DM Tips & Advice, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 1 |
Can’t decide between science fiction and fantasy? You don’t have to choose! Science fantasy blends...
Read MoreSurprising Benefits of Worldbuilding, for your brain and your pocket!
by worldanvil | Dec 5, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 0 |
If you’re a regular here, you won’t be shocked to know I think worldbuilding is pretty...
Read MoreDread Romantic: Making a Wholesome Apocalypse with CSS & BBCode
by Kat French | Dec 3, 2023 | Sage Spotlight, World Anvil | 0 |
This holiday season, we’ve been highlighting some amazing work from the World Anvil community....
Read MoreRomantasy: A Guide for Writers & GMs
by Kat French | Nov 27, 2023 | Game Design, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
Romantasy has exploded in popularity, with an increasing number of books and games exploring this...
Read MoreWhat is Sword & Sorcery?
by Kat French | Nov 24, 2023 | DM Tips & Advice, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
Sword & sorcery stands out as a fantasy subgenre defined by its rugged heroes, their mastery...
Read MoreUrban Fantasy Worldbuilding: Mixing the Magical & the Mundane
by Kat French | Nov 10, 2023 | DM Tips & Advice, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
When we talk about fantasy worldbuilding, most people imagine high fantasy or epic fantasy. Maybe...
Read MoreSci Fi Worldbuilding Essentials for Fiction & Games
by Kat French | Oct 16, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 0 |
In the boundless expanse of science fiction, crafting immersive and captivating worlds is an art...
Read MoreFantasy Worldbuilding: A Step by Step Guide
by Kat French | Oct 9, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 0 |
Fantasy worldbuilding brings places to life that defy imagination. It creates realms where magic...
Read MoreAdapting Real-World Cultures for Worldbuilding
by Roc Humet | Aug 16, 2023 | Interviews, Worldbuilding | 0 |
The biggest inspiration for worldbuilding is the real world, so many of us turn to real-world...
Read MoreHow to create a matriarchy in worldbuilding
by Ioanna | Aug 9, 2023 | Interviews, Worldbuilding | 0 |
Have you ever considered worldbuilding a matriarchy? Are there any such examples in history and...
Read MoreHow to make Kitchen Sink Worldbuilding work!
by Ioanna | Jul 19, 2023 | Interviews, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
During the initial phase of the worldbuilding process, it is very common to start brainstorming...
Read MoreWorldbuilding Communication: tying your world together
by Janet Forbes | Jun 24, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 3 |
If my house burns down while I’m out of the country (touch wood) how soon would I know? In today’s...
Read MoreThe Power of Relics: Using history in your worldbuilding
by Janet Forbes | Jun 15, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 0 |
Why build history in your world? Don’t get me wrong, I love a good worldbuilding timeline. But...
Read MoreFrontiers in worldbuilding; the edge of the unknown
by Janet Forbes | Jun 7, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 6 |
Frontiers are boundaries, lines, or spaces where two things, often political or geographical...
Read MorePower in Worldbuilding: Need, Agency, and Action
by Janet Forbes | Jun 3, 2023 | Worldbuilding | 5 |
Power—of many kinds—is one of the most critical driving dynamic forces within a world setting. And...
Read MoreInner Worlds & Inner Peace: Mental Health Month
by Kat French | May 6, 2023 | Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 0 |
May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the US. That makes it a great time to check in, both with...
Read MoreHow to Turn Your TTRPG Game Into a Novel
by worldanvil | Apr 14, 2023 | DM Tips & Advice, Worldbuilding, Writing Advice | 1 |
This is a guest post written by Jenn Lyons, twice-nominated Astounding Award finalist who lives in...
Read MoreRPG & DnD Scene-Setting: Ideas for One-Shots
by worldanvil | Mar 30, 2023 | DM Tips & Advice, Worldbuilding | 0 |
Setting the scene for any adventure is critical. It draws players into your story, sets...
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