From worldbuilding approaches to creation guides, this category is for all your worldbuilding needs!
Learn how to create immersive fantasy settings for games or novels, from premise to process to common fantasy worldbuilding problems.
Fantasy jobs are not just roles for NPCs or background characters. Used well, occupations convey a wealth of information about how your world works - literally and figuratively.
Biomes, the distinct ecological regions within a world, are fundamental in shaping its atmosphere, culture, and narrative. When you layer on magic, you have the ability to create something truly wondrous.
Why incorporate a fantasy religion into your worldbuilding? Because it can provide a source of motivation, magic, conflict for the characters in your game or novel setting. Here's how to do it well.
Tips for coming up with a must-have list of structures, rooms and spaces to include in your fantasy castle layout - and how to use castles in your novel or campaign.
What is genre, and how does it aid in worldbuilding? And what genres are out there? An overview to help you make the choice that best fits your setting.
What is mood, and how is it different from tone or theme? How do you create a mood in a game or novel setting? A guide to this often misunderstood element of worldbuilding.
Let's delve into some of the most popular sci-fi subgenres, highlighting their unique characteristics, common tropes, and notable examples.
An overview of popular fantasy subgenres. We'll define them, look at common tropes and elements, and give examples from popular culture to help you hone in on which ones might work for your game or novel setting.
Sometimes, the best inspiration comes from the wonders of our own world. Here are nine real-world marvels that can spark your imagination and help you craft awe-inspiring worlds.
What is worldbuilders disease? And how do you avoid it? Learn how focused, purposeful worldbuilding can help you avoid wasted time and energy.
By strategically highlighting certain locations or elements, spotlighting not only speeds up progress but also enhances the overall depth of your setting.