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Hello, Scribes. Quick question: would it be weird to call a drug by its real life name in a fantasy setting?
My WIP features opium and its a big part of the plot. I looked up its street names and well, they don't sound all that specific. Tar, black tar, along with some Asian sounding names. If I try to call it anything else that sounds "cool" then I'm concerned it will confuse readers. Would it be so bad to just call it opium even though the story takes place in an alternate universe (set in the 1700s Earth)?
I'd love your opinions and any suggestions. Much appreciated.
Hello, Scribes. Quick question: would it be weird to call a drug by its real life name in a fantasy setting?
My WIP features opium and its a big part of the plot. I looked up its street names and well, they don't sound all that specific. Tar, black tar, along with some Asian sounding names. If I try to call it anything else that sounds "cool" then I'm concerned it will confuse readers. Would it be so bad to just call it opium even though the story takes place in an alternate universe (set in the 1700s Earth)?
I'd love your opinions and any suggestions. Much appreciated.