Arkanis
Scope
The motivation behind building Arkanis
This world is being built for use in a fantasy novel, most likely young adult to adult fiction. Some alternative mediums could include graphic novel, video game, or musical animated series.
The goal of the project
Hoping to keep track of the complexities of the fantasy world, as well as house all of the necessary world information in one place that is Internet accessible.
Arkanis's Unique Selling point
The saving grace of this world is not a triumph of light but an acceptance and embrace of darkness.
Theme
Genre
Fantasy with medieval and magical elements.
Reader Experience
I want the world to feel magical, yet grounded in the reality of politics, culture, and human error. Yes, royals have magical power and the gods are real, but not everyone believes in the gods and not everyone thinks magic is good.
I want the audience to empathize with the protagonists and be inspired to think about magic differently.
Reader Tone
Harry Potter, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Disenchantment, Grishaverse series.
Magic exists, but the world is not an easy place to live in. People make mistakes, and adult themes are recognized and explored (such as love, sex, substance abuse, language, violence, and generational trauma).
Recurring Themes
Magical, elemental power.
Political intrigue.
Generational trauma.
Cultural erasure.
Overcoming one's fears and personal demons.
Changed perspective.
Deconstructing privilege.
Focus
Drama
The Empress has been murdered and there is a power vacuum
Territory disputes between all four queendoms because of the death of the Empress
The Light Stone is shattered, meaning the Dark Stone's remaining power begins to accumulate to fill the gap
The magic of the land itself begins to "right" itself after years of being oppressed by the light
Magical creatures, strange phenomena all return to everyday life
Uprising of the peasant class
Revelation that history has been abridged for the Solassian Empire's benefit
Sexuality of the protagonist is in question
Royals finding their purpose and where they belong
Betrayal of trust