Jack Vance EditionFAQ:>What is worldbuilding?Worldbuilding is the process of creating entire fictional worlds from scratch, all while considering the logistics of these worlds to make them as believable as possible. Worldbuilding asks questions about the setting of a world, and then answers them, often in great detail. Most people use it as a means of creating a setting or the scenery for a story.>"Isn't there a Worldbuilding general in >>>/tg/ already?"Yes, there is. However, that general is focused on the creation of fictional worlds for the intended purpose of playing TTRPG campaigns. Here you can discuss worldbuilding projects that are not meant to be used for a roleplaying setting, but for novels, videogames, or any other kind of creative project.>"Can I discuss the setting of my campaign here, though?"If you want to, but it would probably be better to discuss it on >>>/tg/ . We don't allow the discussion of TTRPG mechanics, however. If you want to discuss stats or which D&D edition is best, this is not the place.>"Can I talk about an existing fictional setting that is not mine?"Yes, of course you can!>"Does worldbuilding need to be about fantasy and elves?"Worldbuilding, as already stated above, and contrary to what many believe, does not inherently imply blatantly copying Tolkien. In fact, there are many science-fiction setting out there, and even entire alternative history settings which do not possess supernatural elements at all. Any kind of science fiction book has an implied setting at least, which involves a certain degree of worldbuilding put into it.Old thread: No idea lol.
>>25425531Was this book good?
>>25425597Yes, Dying Earth is a classic. Everything I've read by Jack Vance has been good, for that matter.
>>25425597Reminds me of wow novels.
>>25425612How so? It's classic 70s sci-fi fantasy.
>>25425643Huh? You do realize modern fantasy slop is heavily influenced by Vance? The Last Guardian, arguably best wow novel, is literally based on the 1st dying earth story.
>>25425682The difference is that Vance is actually a good writer.
>>25425531Im reading planet of adventure by him and enjoying very much, and I don't enjoy genere very often.