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Originally Posted by littlemissattitude
I also like fantasy that uses mythological systems besides that of medieval Europe. I've read a couple of books (which I can't recall the titles or authors of right now) that base themselves on Mesoamerican mythology, for example, that worked very well. There are all kinds of mythological systems that could easily lend themselves to the fantasy genre. And have, but not to the extent that they could be used. This is not to say that I do not like traditional fantasy in the Medieval mold, but simply that I would like to see more variety than I have.
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I agree. That would be fascinating.
Fantasy should also explore some unconventional gender roles. Who needs a pure maiden warior and strong knight? There has recently been some great work that characterizes people in unusual and unexpected ways. I'd like to see some more. Character driven narrative is very interesting.