74 - Progression in Worldbuilding

June 07, 2024 00:31:55
74 - Progression in Worldbuilding
WorldCraft Club
74 - Progression in Worldbuilding

Jun 07 2024 | 00:31:55

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Hosted By

James Horton

Show Notes

In this episode of the WorldCraft Club podcast, the hosts dive into the intricate relationship between worldbuilding and storytelling, particularly focusing on the concepts of systems and progression. They discuss how overly complex systems can overshadow character arcs and the importance of limiting the agents of change in a story. Using examples such as Terry Pratchett’s Discworld and the popular series Arcane, they explore how to effectively integrate technological advancements and political systems into narratives without detracting from character development. They also touch on the growing genre of progression fantasy, where the focus is on incremental changes and the evolution of a character's power over time.

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