Completed the Realm of Dusnain one of the 10 Kingdoms of my fantasy setting, Embers of Soteria.

In Dusnain, a realm of rugged mountains, light woods, and sparse pasture lands, life is guided by a complex tapestry of values, traditions, and social norms. The society is deeply rooted in principles of duty, integrity, and honor, which are evident in every facet of life—from governance and law to trade and relationships. The Witanmoot Council, a representative body of elected officials, serves as the cornerstone of the realm's political structure, while the judiciary enforces a stringent legal code. Trade is a vital aspect of Dusnain's economy, with gemstones, minerals, wool, and herbal remedies being the primary exports. The realm's currency system is equally intricate, featuring standard coins made of platinum, gold, silver, and copper, as well as special currencies like Lorekoin and Adossaglap, which hold ceremonial and contractual significance.

Education is highly valued, with every city and village hosting schools for the young and universities gracing the major cities. The realm's unique geography and climate have shaped its economy, leading to a focus on mining and textiles, particularly wool. The society is pragmatic, often prioritizing practical considerations over romantic inclinations in matters of love and courtship. Marriage is generally not for love but for social and economic stability, often sealed with Adossaglap, a token of debt and honor among nobles. Despite the realm's pragmatic approach to life, spirituality holds a significant place, with the pantheon of deities like Aelia, Eruer, and Osyn influencing the moral and ethical fabric of the society. The realm is dotted with significant locations like the Ruins of Wulfre Keep, a religiously holy site, and the Six Cities of Bariande, the capital and seat of power. Overall, Dusnain is a realm where tradition and modernity coexist, creating a rich and complex cultural landscape.

https://wiki.moltenaether.com/Realm_of_Dusnain

#WorldBuilding #RPG #FFRPG #Writing #CreativeWriting #Fantasy

Este lunes, 11 de septiembre, mis #EjerciciosDeEscrituraCreativa se mudan al Substack de @raxxie y yo. ¿Ya se suscribieron?
Aquí pueden ver un adelanto.
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Tales From The WIP: 09012023

https://www.patreon.com/posts/88598568?utm_campaign=postshare_creator

#amwriting #creativewriting #editing #indiepub #published #publisher #publishers #publishing #selfpub #selfpublishing #words #writing #writingadvice #writingtips

#WritersCoffeeClub 9: have you ever abandoned a #writing project?

All the time, though it's mostly down to my neurological issues, where I start things but rarely finish. In recent times, however, the only things I've finished were #ShortStories for my #A215 and #A111 assignments.

#AmWriting #WritingCommunity #OpenUniversity #neurodivergence #CreativeWriting

No poem today. Instead, this.

https://www.tumblr.com/ukdamo/727971685851086848/lorand-gaspar-leaving-sidi-bou-said?source=share

#LorandGaspar #CreativeWriting #article #magazine #SidiBouSaid #place #significance #attachment #LeaveTaking

"Look at things: where do they come from, and why are they like this?" Handy advice for #youngwriters from Adrian Duncan, author of #WalterScottPrize shortlisted THE GEOMETER LOBACHEVSKY (Serpentstail)

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw5OPeDomT4/

#HistoricalFiction #booktok #creativewriting #AdrianDuncan #TheGeometerLobachevsky #ywsp @bookstodon #amwriting

Does anyone else wait until the second or third draft of a project to find the right name for it?

#amWriting #WritingCommunity #CreativeWriting

#EjerciciosDeEscrituraCreativa
Investiga la etimología de una palabra. Luego invéntale otra, plausible pero totalmente distinta.
 
#WritingPrompts
Find out the etymology of a word. Then invent a new one for it, totally different yet plausible.

#writing #escritura #CreativeWriting #EscrituraCreativa #creativity #creatividad #WritersOfMastodon #EjerciciosDeEscritura #WritingExercises #WriteNow #EscritoresDeMastodon #WritingWednesday

The @writingtheother Healing History's Wounds webinar with award-winning author and editor Nisi Shawl will cover:

- The kinds of harm toxic stories can do to their audience and their telltale features
- A review of specific stories with harmful effects
- Discussions of ways to subvert or pass the harmful effects

NEW DATE: Sept 10 @ 10AM Pacific
Or: register to get the video after.

https://writingtheother.com/healing-historys-wounds-2023/?utm_source=tempest&utm_medium=socials&utm_campaign=historys-wounds-2023

#WritingTheOther #WritingCraft #CreativeWriting #WritingCommunity

Gaia’s Transformation
#CreativeWriting #Gaia #Goddess #Nature

https://www.facebook.com/100085600454399/posts/pfbid02fJDfjXrGpB2SwtziDK5RW6Caqz9VKYH2SeFGC2kT7eAkHGEXLFSH3SKVjJiRjG7wl/?mibextid=cr9u03 OR https://www.patreon.com/posts/88730646?utm_campaign=postshare_creator

‘THEY CUT BACK SEW MUCH ON TH BACKS UV TH POOR’
bill bissett

https://canpoetry.library.utoronto.ca/bissett/poem2.htm

#Poetry #CreativeWriting #Inequality

#WritersCoffeeClub 1: I only found out about this late yesterday...

I'm a #CreativeWriting and #EnglishLanguage undergrad student at the #OpenUniversity.

I don't currently have any published works, at the moment, as I'm only really just starting out. I write in fantasy (both urban and high), and romance/erotica, with a dash of crime. I'm also planning on doing #NaNoWriMo this year.

What else would you like to know?

#introduction #AmWriting #WritingCommunity

Neural Subjugation
#Creativewriting #scienceFiction #erotica

https://www.facebook.com/100085600454399/posts/pfbid02zdUjZ65GYX2LVrZ6JrdCcnkB8EtnVzjAiaB7wg9USNih1ZG7QYvJhtUf4gPi15eBl/?mibextid=cr9u03 OR https://www.patreon.com/posts/88689650?utm_campaign=postshare_creator

Another creation! This #Fantasy #Kingdom in my #FFRP game. It is the Kingdom of Braerbar of Elder Soteria.

https://wiki.moltenaether.com/Kingdom_of_Braerbar

Braebar, a kingdom nestled amidst dense jungles and rugged mountains, is a realm steeped in tradition, resilience, and spirituality. Its people, bound by a shared reverence for the deity Aelia, navigate a world where the mystical and the mundane intertwine. The Braebarians, known for their stoic nature and unwavering sense of duty, are shaped by a matriarchal society where women lead in public spheres, while men uphold the sanctity of home and hearth. With a political landscape influenced by divine signs and a vigilant stance against the threats of the Severed Realm and Dark Aether, Braebar stands as a bastion of strength and unity in a world fraught with challenges.

#RPG #FantasyRealm #FantasyKingdom #Writing #CreativeWriting #WorldBuilding

The life of an editor …

Problematic words can leave you stumped. In this case, two submitted stories, one using the word "gypsy" and the other "ghetto." Now, nearly any word can be given the thumbs up depending on context, but determining whether that context has been met isn't always obvious, especially for not-always-a-pejorative words. And so, here I am trying to determine whether two short stories need to be rejected or not. Oi.

#amEditing #english #creativeWriting #fineLines

Did some #WorldBuilding yesterday and fleshed out the Oflar Empire based on recommendations from my players. I like it, I like it a lot.

The Oflar Empire, with its capital in Harwold, stretches from the rugged foothills of the Penda Bluffs in the west to the imposing Naramunz Mountains in the east. To the south, the arid expanse of the Sadir Desert, once the dominion of Emirkol the Chaotic, marks its boundary, while a formidable mountain range defines its northern frontier. Governed by the Divine Triarchy and the Council of Elders, the empire seamlessly blends meritocratic principles with egalitarian values. Trade is uniquely characterized by Time-Tithe, Sakralfrid Scrolls, and Sacred Stones, embodying the Oflarians' reverence for time, knowledge, and nature.

https://wiki.moltenaether.com/Oflar_Empire

As a side-note, I know that the system of governance and economic system are not really standard for a #Fantasy setting, but I like them anyway. I like to imagine that the lang is rather peaceful right now and that some places have learned from their previous mistakes. I still need to define a few things, such as the Emirkol the Chaotic from the past, but that'll come later.

#FFRP #RPG #CreativeWriting

Here's a post I wrote that provides you with great opening lines for your novel/short story/poem/blog post/tax return

https://daisybrain.medium.com/famous-first-words-65dbe47a90db

#amwriting #writingtips #writing #creativewriting #humor

"The writing is the medicine":

How one writer's full-capacity Zoom writing sessions for doctors has helped many process what they've experienced working in medicine

extremely beautiful as always, from @STAT's Isa Cueto

https://www.statnews.com/2023/08/30/laurel-braitman-memoir-health-care-workers-writing-workshops/

#MedMastodon #medicine #health #healthcare #writing #creativewriting

Here's a new video from the Spacedock #Youtube channel about the Orion Drive. I love all the #SpaceShip designs they talk about, and I want to find ways of using them in my #SciFi #writing.

It also has a link to the #ScienceFiction #AudioDrama The Sojourn, which I'll start when I have the time.

#inspiration #WritingInspiration #WritingCommunity #CreativeWriting #WritingSciFi #SF #SpeculativeFiction #WritersOfMastodon #SpaceShips

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ntizB4Uc_0

The word “gale” commonly refers to a severe storm characterized by high winds, heavy rain, and unstable weather conditions. Describing a storm requires the use of vivid imagery and vocabulary to convey the idea of turbulence and chaos. It usually marks the end of summer ...https://medium.com/@angallo/summers-ending-in-a-gale-e31547285e3e #summer #gale #medium #creativewriting