World building can seem daunting, even if you have been doing it for some time. The hardest part can be just knowing where to start. Creating an entire world takes a lot longer than the seven days it was supposed to have taken that God (not-so-)dude in the bible. The role of creating everything from key characters to entire cultures, and from magic systems to the very laws of physics lies solely with you. You can create something familiar based upon the real world, or something completely alien. The key is to maintain consistency within your world. Everything you create should be explainable within the laws that govern your world.
Among the best places to start is with a good understanding of why you are world building in the first place: is it for a role playing campaign, an epic fantasy trilogy, or purely for fun. This will help inform the creative process as you forge your unique fantasy world. Continue reading
Fantasy World Forge 