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I think character development is key here. If you're able to build rich characters of different races and include descriptions, background, etc. of the different cultures, then it's not a problem. I also think it's an important subject to address & makes for an interesting story that feels real.

I agree with most of what has been said on this thread, particularly FifthView and Caged Maiden's many points. World Building has many facets, so I am going to touch on some concrete ways I attempt to world build in my writing. Ways to include world-building details: -Narrator describes a...

Yes it could, Vaporo. That's where the simple machines/steam punk element comes in. It's important to note that you have to use the energy once the conversion form potential to kinetic occurs, so you only have a few seconds to take advantage of your PE source or you can't copy it and use it...

Welcome, Vincent! I too hail from a cold, frozen place, Chicago, IL. We experienced a horrible winter last year with -40F with the windchill and coined the name Chiberia. Although I have a feeling Finland is a bit colder:), I think you'll find this a great place to spend your time in the cold...

Welcome, AJ! Yes, I'm equally intrigued to find out about your world in the World Building forum. I've spent about 3 months on mine, so I would love to hear some of the detail you've created. It might motivate me to do more! This is a great place to come when you feel like procrastinating, so...

Welcome to Mythic Scribes, Jönne (Ray)! We are happy to have you. I think you'll find the site pretty addictive. Cheers, HellionHeloise

"I have a funny idea for a tv show. It's about vampires...ostensibly. But, underneath it's actually about the reunification of Germany. But it's funny." Orange County (2002)

Gryphos, thank you for posting this thread. Utilizing "mankind" or "men" to signify all of humanity is exclusive. If I said "womenkind" or "women" no one would assume I'm including all of humanity, because historically that's not how people use those words. When we say women, we mean just...

RebelKeithy, I love your ideas & may use them in my writing! Steerpike, yes I have thought of this. It's set in a different world from ours, so I think it's okay that it violates the law of conservation, plus I think it's okay if magic can override certain laws of physics. It's obviously a...

Yes, I definitely agree with Nimue on this count. Maybe once you get farther into your WIP you could get into contact with a Cherokee reservation liaison of some sort to consult with on portions of your text you're unsure about? It's good that you're taking the first step to think about being...

Yes! It can only be copied as it's converted to kinetic energy & it can't be copied while it's being stored. So, the boulder has to start rolling downhill before you can harness the energy. Sorry, I'm so in this right now that I don't realize what important parts I'm leaving out in this...

Relationship Status: It's complicated. Are you still watching? I never loved you. He didn't make it.

Woah, apologies for the long-winded responses here! :)

Thanks Vaporo, there are some questions here that I haven't considered. Practitioners cannot copy potential energy multiple times. As of right now, they can only duplicate the energy so the example of the boulder falling means that the practitioner can only use that exact amount of energy. When...

Welcome Adam & congrats! Keep us updated on the escapades with your new publication:) Cheers!