It definitely does, Queshire. It definitely answered a lot of questions and I definitely agree that the gods should be relate-able (is that even a real word?). I was intending on having the gods be very active among the people using avatars.
I only intend to borrow things from 1-3 religions...
Please excuse my answer before, I was in class and didn't want all of you to think I had gotten the information and disappeared. I also don't really know how to properly word my "snag" because it's not so minor anymore. Anyway, what I am trying to accomplish is an element-based pantheon lightly...
Oh, I am so sorry, I thought I had specified. I want to make it a quite large pantheon, but I want to use something other than Greek or Roman pantheons as inspiration.
San Cidolfus: I actually enjoy typing and a textbook would be most helpful actually.
As to everyone else, thank you for the...
Hey all!
I've been working on the religion aspect of my world (it's the one that most appeals to me at the moment) and I've hit a minor snag. I was wondering if anyone had any mythology websites or books they would recommend? I'd also like to hear how about your religion and which belief...
I would have to say my favorite is the Kushiel Trilogy by Jacqueline Carey. I love all her characters and the way she set up her world parallel to ours. Oh, and thanks everyone, I now have a longer "To Read" list :D :D
Thanks everyone! What a warm reception. I can tell I made the right choice and I am really glad to be here. I can't wait to read what others are writing feel free to link me to your stories if they're hosted elsewhere. I don't have anything on the computer yet, but when I do, I'll share with you...
I bet everyone hears this one all the time but I am awful at introductions.
Anyhoo, you can call me Trix, I'm from NYC and I absolutely love anything medieval. I love to create worlds, languages, and especially hand-drawn maps. I am currently working on a plot for a novel I've been wanting...