Anders Ämting
Auror
So, I'm sketching up a concept, which is still somewhat vague. It's an urban/contemporary fantasy story in that it takes place in a modern world like our own, but with alternate countries.
The main character lives in a country that is equal parts France and England. She discovers that she has special powers that make her master of a realm centered on a magical castle that is the manifestation of her authority. There are more such realms in the world, including some that compete with hers for territory and influence. There is probably a kind of Masquarade going on, so most normal people and goverments don't know about this.
What I'm trying to figure out is how this supernatural authority functions practically, since it doesn't actually let her rule her part of the country in a political or legal sense. I figure these rulers are basically Fisher Kings - their physical, mental and spiritual states are reflected on the state of their realm - but that's as far as I've come. Also, I'm not sure exactly what these people get out of the deal personally.
Anyone have any ideas? Any suggestions are welcome.
The main character lives in a country that is equal parts France and England. She discovers that she has special powers that make her master of a realm centered on a magical castle that is the manifestation of her authority. There are more such realms in the world, including some that compete with hers for territory and influence. There is probably a kind of Masquarade going on, so most normal people and goverments don't know about this.
What I'm trying to figure out is how this supernatural authority functions practically, since it doesn't actually let her rule her part of the country in a political or legal sense. I figure these rulers are basically Fisher Kings - their physical, mental and spiritual states are reflected on the state of their realm - but that's as far as I've come. Also, I'm not sure exactly what these people get out of the deal personally.
Anyone have any ideas? Any suggestions are welcome.