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plotandelegy · 9 months

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Practical and Unique Post-Apocalyptic Shelter Design Ideas for Fantasy Writers

You've decided to destroy civilization in your fantasy novel? Sucks to be your character. Now let's make their situation a little better or worse but at the least unique, practical, and resourceful.

Use What's Left Behind: The end of the world doesn't mean the end of human ingenuity. Think of what materials survived your apocalypse and how to reuse them. Crumbling skyscrapers can be reinforced and turned into vertical communities, or broken-down cars can be transformed into steel-tough barricades. Old school buses or train cars?

The Importance of Defense: Your characters aren't the only ones who have survived. Threats lurk everywhere. Design shelters that have built-in defenses. Your skyscraper community may have drawbridges between floors, or your train car home can be easily detached and sped away in case of danger. Remember the secret exits!

Incorporate the Natural Environment: Trees, caves, and mountains offer robust options for post-apocalyptic shelter. A hollowed-out hillside, for example, provides cover from harsh weather and is easily defensible. Make sure the natural element isn't in a highly radioactive environment. The trunk of a massive, ancient tree could house an entire family. Underwater habitats in the middle of a lake or an ocean?

Reinvention of Basic Utilities: How will your characters access fresh water, dispose of waste, or maintain a consistent food supply? A river or rainwater could be cleverly directed and filtered, or a salvaged solar panel can provide electricity for a makeshift greenhouse. Composting toilets aren't glamorous, but they get the job done. I may be too used to modern comforts because that last one is a big ew.

Adapting to Your Apocalypse: If you have a nuclear winter scenario, consider shelters with radiation shielding and heat sources. Alien invasion? Consider camouflage or underground dwellings. Zombie outbreak? Elevate your shelters; zombies can't climb! Well, I hope your zombies can't climb. If they do, you may be a sick unhinged person. Keep it up. Makes for better fiction.

Remember, It's Home: This is where your characters will spend a lot of time. Personalize these spaces to reflect the inhabitants. Maybe one character is obsessed with salvaging books, so there's a small library corner. Perhaps another is a mechanic, and there's a well-stocked tool area. Little details will make your post-apocalyptic shelters feel more like home. Or not. A lack of home-related details could add to a sense of impermanence. Having to pull up and run a lot, maybe leaving things behind in your haste, adds to the suspense.

No long ending paragraph today. Have fun writing!

-Indigo

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wardenwyrd · 8 months

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Writeblr Introduction

Dotted in secret stars and whispered moons lies The Warden O' Wyrd; too bright smiles and sharp eyes linger on her skin, miasma orbiting their visage. When dusk's hands sweep fluttering eyes closed her shackles, in turn, loosen.

Greetings and welcome all, I am Wardenwyrd - connoisseur of messy queers, the freaky & occult, and all things speculative fiction! I am freshly new to Writeblr and am keen to dig my claws so fellow denizens of Writeblr interact if you enjoy my vibes < 3

Open to ask and tag games !

◈What I write ◈

Anything and absolutely everything speculative, weird horror, all shapes and forms of queerness, and a metric ton of worldbuilding.

Genres: Fantasy (Low, high, dark, fairy tale-esque, etc), Sci-Fi, Paranormal, Romance, Horror, Mystery

Fantastical, often ethereal and treacherous worlds flavoured with flowery prose

Queer, neurodivergent, and disabled characters and themes. All kinds of diversity really. Always looking to broaden and grow my noggin' with wisdom

Gender queer characters. An UNBELIEVABLE amount of dyed hair and pronounces.

Body horror: elegant body horror; gross, grimy body horror; wonderfully queer body horror 'til I burst at the seams; all sorts. Twisting of the body into something other than human as a form of beauty my beloved < 3 < 3

Characters who desperately need therapy (That would be my fault)

Rich settings and worlds. Give me intricate magic systems !!! give me ecology that could be shown in a nature documentary !!!

🌔About Me 🌒

Goblin in my (late) teens. I've been writing for a whiiiile but started really getting into it about half a decade ago. I will ravenously consume all forms of creative media.

⭐Likes ⭐

Favourite colour: Purple my beloved Favourite band: Mili (I'm so normal about them) Favourite genre/s: Gothic lit, Fantasy, Horror romance, whimsical fairies Fav insect: Moths/Butterflies

Stats:

Creative writing college student

Panromantic Ace | Queering my gender to the max

English (Regrettably)

Autism kreachure

Revolving door of hyperfixations on science-y stuff

Purple hair (Not beating the stereotype allegations)

WIPs

[Note: I am very bad at deciding on WIP names]

Prisma

My surreal fantasy WIP comprised of a collection of different stories linked by a unifying setting.

Colour-Coded to the max. Each central story focuses on a character assigned a colour, differing in tone, POV, and focus. Main three are purple, blue, and red.

Literal becomes figurative, and figurative literal

Charms and incantations of old swirl in from afar, weaving our hands together with something much deeper than flesh – a curious sentiment oozing from the recesses of Damsel’s cloak as the feeling of moss and stone wove through my veins; cold and refreshing.

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‘What absurdity’, The Arbiter would think to himself. After all, those carmine red eyes of his delve into the primaeval madness: in their muddy depths lies the shivering madness - Fear. From fear is the knowledge wrenched from uncertainty and bloodshot eyes. Dread is the light; tugging on world-weary watchers.

Sort of portal fantasy, sort of not. The stories in this WIP span across many eras and places, yet often find themselves connecting and mingling. Incredibly queer.

Main characters:

MC of Red, Jack Pronouns: He/Him Bnuuy ass trans Victorian boy. Pasty and WILL combust in the sun. Autism creature. He gets a himbo bf and sick asf t-surgery scars as a treat < 3 Character Playlist

MC of Blue, Hel Pronouns: Any/All seemingly innocent girl but remove the innocent and girl part. Kind of an eldritch horror after a character arc but like, that's the good ending. So old surnames weren't a thing in the era they're from. Character Playlist

MC of Purple, Dorothea Pronouns: She/They Gatekeep, Gaslight, Girlboss. Autistic adhd precocious mess who WILL make it your problem. Genuinely manipulative but has great hair so it's fine. Character Playlist

Other notable mentions

[Note: I will elaborate on all of these later]

Witch WIP

My beloved blorbos < 3 Once I figure out how to frame and present it in a more refined way I like I shall be posting about this.

Personal & Cultural struggle within a fantasy context | Disability & Identity as a main theme | Aroace protagonist and Queerplatonic relationship | Magic inspired by folklore and myth | Found family

Low Fantasy setting in a somewhat alternate earth

Sprawling magic system

Conventional fantasy groups but with a spin: revamping those vibes

Witches aren't just funny flying women but genuinely inhuman creatures with spicy shit going on

Demons and angels but: demon is the colloquial term for a class of magical beasts characterised by dense essence, not like hell demons. Angels are living algorithms born from patterns and don't have an actual association to any gods.

MC Playlists:

Branwen | Ingram

Five Steps From Hell

Biblically Accurate Angelic-Flavoured paranormal apocalypse

Autistic MC

More horror oriented than action

Lots of vibes.

MC becoming something not very human, but they're more worried that they aren't worried too much about it

I've got some dastardly plans for this one. Vibes and atmosphere whilst the world falls apart and neurodivergence is a great combo.

#writeblr #writeblr introduction #writeblr intro #writeblr community #queer writers #trans writers #writer #writers of tumblr #fantasyauthors #fantasy writing #creative writing #Connoisseur of messed up queers #Feral gays all day

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travelingcamera95 · 2 years

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This book has everything: Fighting women, sharp weapons, sass, food, a tiger, lush desert cities, and a trio of characters just trying to do their best to survive.

You can find The Assassin of Grins and Secrets on Amazon, Kindle Unlimited, and Barnes and Noble (shop).

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thatwritergirlsblog · 2 years

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💕 Some appreciation for Yaekós' golden boy 💕

To Wear A Crown is now available for pre-order at all major online retailers.

#writing #writeblr #writers #write #writer #towearacrown #fantasyauthors #fantasybooks #fantasy romance #book #reading

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author-jlf-jacobson · 2 years

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I am overjoyed to announce the launch of my newsletter! if you want exclusive writing and publishing updates as well as other exciting bookish things then you can sign up to my weekly newsletter using the link below.

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jamescanningauthor · 1 year

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Marthiér Usta, wholesome and mildly unhinged father figure. . . . . . . . . . #ocart #thisisanewtagforartists #originalcharacter #originalcharacterart #originalcharacterartist #jamescanningauthor #Marthiéroflouisia #Marthiérofthehuhka #artfyp #fypart #fantasyauthor #fantasyauthors #fantasywriter #fantasywriters #fantasywritersofinstagram #fantasyartist #fantasyart #fantasyartists #fantasyoc #fantasynovel #fantasynovels #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #orinthesharp #worldbuilding #worldbuildingart #fantasysetting #fantasyworldart https://www.instagram.com/p/Cl-Mj_eOT2t/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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ancientroyalblood · 3 months

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The Art of Writing Surrealism: Weaving Dream-like Narratives

Surrealism beckons us into a world where reality blends seamlessly with the whimsical and the bizarre. Crafting surreal narratives offers writers an extraordinary canvas to explore the depths of imagination, inviting readers on a journey through dream-like landscapes. Let’s delve into the art of writing surrealism, where storytelling transcends the ordinary and embraces the…

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#AuthorCraft #CreativeWriting #DreamlikeNarratives #FantasyAuthors #ImaginativeStorytelling #LiterarySurrealism #SurrealFiction #SurrealistWriting #WritingTips

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atldwordhaven · 1 year

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My One-Year Author-versary!

Today is my one-year anniversary of being an officially published author. It may have only been a small book of poetry but it was the first step on my author journey and I haven’t looked back. As you know if you’ve been following along, you know I have spent the past year entering lots of writing competitions and have finished the manuscript for my first-ever novel. It is currently at the stage…

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#author #authorsofinstagram #fantasyauthors #writerslift

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author-lunaalva · 1 year

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It feels like a #Fanfic but it's a whole #darkfantasy series 🖤 📖 A story where Rock Music meets Fantasy 🤘💀 “The music,” she said absentmindedly, taking off the headphones. I played with a strand of my hair. “It feels like magic.” . . . . . . . #AxisMundi #WindWeaverOfDreams #fantasyauthors #fantasybooks #sneakpeek #books #japan #japanesemythology #reincarnation #love #fate #darkfantasy #fanfiction #japanesemusic #jrock #anwritingfantasy https://www.instagram.com/p/CoGsu-lLYOx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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sistahscifi · 2 years

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Happy #nationalbookloversday!!! Here are three ways to celebrate: // Post about you favorite Black and/or Indigenous Speculative Fiction Author. Let us know what you love about their work! Tag the author and Sistah Scifi and we will share to our stories. Feel free to use our canva template. Link in bio: @sistahscifi // Post about your favorite 2022 Black and/or Indigenous Speculative fiction bookstagrammer. In the post, tell us what you love about their feed. Tag the bookstagrammer and Sistah Scifi // Post about your favorite library. Why is that library your book refudge? Tag them and Sistah Scifi in your post. #sistahscifi #favoritelibrary #scifiauthors #fantasyauthors #blackauthorsmatter https://www.instagram.com/p/ChDnjbbv4P1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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plotandelegy · 1 year

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4 Creative Ways to Design Fictional Plants for Your Fantasy World

Hello everyone! If you want to add some unique flora to your world-building, this article is for you. In this post, I'll go through some ways you can find the inspiration to create fictional plants. Here are some ways to get creative:

Draw ideas from real-life plants: Find unique features of the plants around you that you can adapt to create an entirely new plant. For example, you could make an orchard full of fruit trees that project sharp needles from the hanging fruit when touched.

Think outside the box: Consider what the creatures in your world need. Figure out how their unique needs could be met by the plants. What kind of food do they eat? What is poisonous to them? Where do they nest?

Tie in significance and mythological elements: Take ideas from folklore. Give your plants deeper meaning to the people that inhabit your world. What mystical properties do your plants have? Are they used in a ritual?

Consider the environment: When making a new type of plant, consider the climate and geography of its growing area. Plants that grow in dry areas look and function differently from those that thrive in wetlands.

Get creative with your fictional plants. Consider purpose. Mix, match, and invent! Happy world-building!

#fantasyworldbuilding #fantasyplants #fictionalplants #fantasycreatures #worldbuildingtips #writingtips #fantasystorytelling #fantasywriters #fantasyauthors #tumblrwriters #tumblrauthors #fantasycommunity #creativewriting #fantasyinspiration #plantdesign #creatureinteractions

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kestrapingree · 2 years

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Thinking about this book today. It was the first Brandon Sanderson book I read. I say that like I've read a bunch of them, but I actually haven't, which is messed up because I ADORE this book. Also, I got to meet Brandon Sanderson and get this book signed, which was pretty awesome. It's a memory I won't forget. . . . #warbreaker #fantasybooks #brandonsanderson #brandonsandersonbooks #fantasynovels #fantasyreaders #fantasyauthors #fantasywriters #livinginfantasy #highfantasy #epicfantasy #favoritebooks #bookstagram #fantasybookstagram #signedbooks https://www.instagram.com/p/CdossWMrk-C/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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authorjessowen · 1 year

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A painting on the plane! This is no one in particular but readers and I have decided he is Hjorr, a rogue of the Winderost who decided not to return to the Dawn Spire.

#gryfonpride #fantasy #gryphons #books #song of the summer king #fantasybooks #writing #fantasyauthor #fantasyanimal

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author-jlf-jacobson · 2 years

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A character board for the main character is my Project Magical Temple, Amara. She is in training to be a warlock, a magical protector of the world that she lives in. She is an ambitious, hard-working and intelligent student who strives to be the best, to impress her teachers, and make her mentor proud but sometimes she can be too hard on herself and stress herself out over trivial things.

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jamescanningauthor · 1 year

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Meet Orin of Louisia, the bisexual assassin! . . . . . . . . . #ocart #thisisanewtagforartists #originalcharacter #originalcharacterart #originalcharacterartist #jamescanningauthor #orinoflouisia #orinofmarath #artfyp #fypart #fantasyauthor #fantasyauthors #fantasywriter #fantasywriters #fantasywritersofinstagram #fantasyartist #fantasyart #fantasyartists #fantasyoc #fantasynovel #fantasynovels #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #orinthesharp #worldbuilding #worldbuildingart #fantasysetting #fantasyworldart https://www.instagram.com/p/CluRlWouIlL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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jbankai89 · 5 months

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