Do you remember what I said in the second chapter? That important question you always need to ask yourself? Well, here's a chapter all about it.
What if?
What if your world gets destroyed?
What if a law in your world was about to be made/changed/broken?
What if your world is a figure of someone's imagination?
There are so many possibilities for the 'what if' question. Think about a key moment that you know is going to happen in your world. Now, ask yourself, what if that key moment didn't go as planned? What if the consequences of that key moment are worse than first expected? What if everything goes exactly according to plan and everyone lives happily ever after?
There is always the potential for a plot twist; which readers absolutely love. Who wants a predictable story about a prince who saves a princess from the fiery dragon pit; and they both live happily ever after?
No-one. This ain't a Disney story, this is a fantasy story; people want everything! Drama, action, adventure, romance, plot twists; anything that adds to the plot is exactly what we want! Even if you think you have the plot all sorted out; keep questioning yourself. Especially if you want to create more than one book, or create the potential for there to be a sequel. If you can't add to the plot, then how will you make your book into a trilogy or a series? Even when you think you're done I got news for you, honey...
You're not done.
What needs to change in your world?
What do you know is wrong with your world and what do you know you need to do in order for that to change? Thinking about this will help in your plot formulation.
Does your world have a messed up hierarchy system that needs changing? What do you need to do in order for that to change?
Is your kingdom ruled by an emotionless, power-hungry, blood-thirsty king? What needs to be done in order to get rid of him?
What do your characters think of your world?
Do your characters like living there or not? Either way, why? What's wrong with your world, or, what's right with it? Think about making your characters have opposite views to make this more interesting - such as my explanation in the 'why' chapter about my opposing dynasties.
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A/N: at the end of all the chapters, I am going to put a little exercise/question for you guys to do in the comments as a way for you to interact and really take something away from reading this guide. I will leave an answer regarding my own fantasy book for you to use as an example. Don't forget to vote and share this guide with whoever may need it!
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Exercise 7:
What will happen if your character's plan doesn't go correctly?
My answer:
Topaz will be publically executed and, ultimately (spoiler alert), Opal will rise to power and not stop until all dragons are dead
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How to: Build Your Fantasy World
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