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    The raw basics of magic.

    Hm. I like that concept (use?) of perfection. I don't often discuss what perfection is or means. I'll keep this topic in mind. I am quite captivated by your ideas. I hope I can read your story someday.
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    The raw basics of magic.

    What does "perfect" mean in this story? Does it mean that they are free of flaws, or that they have mastered their specific trait? Did you already state this and I didn't see it somehow? Is it obvious? I apologize if my thinking isn't the clearest at the moment; please just point me to what...
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    I need advice to increase writing productivity.

    Productivity, hm? I find it quite subjective, and dependent on my mood. Say I set a goal for myself - writing 300 words per day (which felt like significantly more when I was writing exclusively by hand - I would refill my pens almost every week). That pushed me forward some days, and held me...
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    Basing Your Fantasy Culture on Real Ones....?

    I want to have conversations with you. I agree; no world is born in a vacuum (irony intended). If it's a form of political correctness, there is no universal list of "good versus bad," which leaves it up to individuals. Am I right? I definitely need to put more time into researching cultural...
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    Basing Your Fantasy Culture on Real Ones....?

    For my own writing, I feel iffy about basing fictional cultures off of real ones because of cultural appropriation. I recommend researching that as well just to see how many ways it can go wrong. Do what works for you, but it helps to be careful.
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