Sorry for the ambiguous title (I hate those so much) but I really couldn't think of a better way to title what is essentially a list of questions.
Let me get right to it:
What is the origin and source of power and how is that reflected in a low/mid fantasy world/society?: To expand, I am curious as to what actually constitutes power in a world dominated by sword wielding warriors and low magic. Why do certain people rule while others follow? How do kingdoms dominate their people? What is the difference between a warlord and a king at war? How can a person identify with a kingdom? Will members of kingdoms make sacrifices of their own comfort and happiness for their king's and their people's? Why would they do that?
This is all I have time for right now, I'll be back in about an hour to edit in my actual list of questions
Let me get right to it:
What is the origin and source of power and how is that reflected in a low/mid fantasy world/society?: To expand, I am curious as to what actually constitutes power in a world dominated by sword wielding warriors and low magic. Why do certain people rule while others follow? How do kingdoms dominate their people? What is the difference between a warlord and a king at war? How can a person identify with a kingdom? Will members of kingdoms make sacrifices of their own comfort and happiness for their king's and their people's? Why would they do that?
This is all I have time for right now, I'll be back in about an hour to edit in my actual list of questions