Fantasy worlds and epic stories usually have more than one character. And, at some point, one of those characters is going to trip, fall into a hole, drink the poison, or otherwise be removed from the story. Characters die. Death is neither a large or small event in stories. Death just is. You could write the death as a brief statement of facts...
The Battle Scene: Battle scenes can be a monumental task for any writer. There is much to consider when crafting the battle. Before diving into the melee, you have to set up the campaign. Battle Considerations: Consider these elements before writing your next battle scene: Scale: How large is the conflict? Is this a skirmish between two competing villages? Or, is the conflict...
Fight scenes have a mixed audience. Some readers want vivid detail and an impact which they will not forget. Yet some readers want to skip the chapter and hope their beloved character is not too damaged. Whether you love it or not a good fight scene is crucial for some characters. This is especially true for fantasy stories. If you name aloud a...
In some ways setting can be as important as the characters and conflict of your story. Quick research will provide you with four general categories: time, place, mood, experience/context. These topics will help you further develop your setting. The first three topics give you a general backdrop to where, and when, your story is taking place. Below I have listed the primary categories of...