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Old 14th April 2008, 08:03 AM   #39 (permalink)
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Re: History in Fantasy

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Originally Posted by Hilarious Joke View Post
I'm thinking of starting a brand new story without any planning, just going straight in and writing. I intend to flesh out the details about the world, characters, history, culture, etc. as the story requires it, and making sure I keep track so that my story is consistent.

Anyone tried this approach? Or am I crazy?

I think that is a great idea. History, cutlure, language, ect. will naturally have to come out when you are telling a story. You'll have to be patient though, because it will take a lot longer to write a story without the background already thought out.

As to the initial question: There has to be balance. If a story lacks history it is boring just the same as if it has too much history.
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