Fantasy World Building

Putting together your fantasy world.

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 Welcome to your World

Name of planet

Name of continent

Name of country

Name of district/state

Name of villiage/city/town
 Drawing your map

I have found an extremely helpful YouTube video on this

project and I recommend checking out these videos.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2q-eDLiqtdg

This map building software is also super easy to use and super fun.
You can use their free version or pay $5 a month/$25 annually.
https://inkarnate.com/

Draw your map on the next page.

 Geography

Draw a simple map of your world focusing on these aspects:

Coastal borders
Significant locations
Landmarks
Mountains
Bodies of water
Forests
Villages/Towns/Cities
 Geography and Climate
What are the natural resources? Geographical Landmarks

Major Geographical Events Changes in Geography over time

Geographical Boundaries
Various Settlements in Area

Seasons/Climate Changes How do seasons affect the population?

 Significant Locations

Towns/Villages Important Buildings/Landmarks

Character Homes Specific Areas on Map

Mountains ranges, forests, rivers, etc
 Fantasy Creatures
Species Life span
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Contribution to Society

Physical Description

Magical Powers

Place in cultural hierarchy

Notes

Common Traits

Clothing
 World History
Key Points in History Plagues/Epidemics

Prominent Figures
Major Disputes/Wars
(presidents, world leaders,etc)

Major Eras Major Cultures

Major Alliances Major Advances

 Settlement/Village
Settlements

What does a typical home look like?

Are there businesses/buildings in the area? Describe them.

How large is this settlement?

What is the system of government?

Is there a common religion?

Are there threats to the area?

What do people use for money?

Is there wildlife?

What do people use for transportation?

What types of jobs do people have, if any?

Where do people get food and water?

 Social Framework
Who is in charge?

How is it decided?

Who is considered upper class?

Who is considered lower class?

Are there specific traits of upper class?

Are there specific traits of lower class?

Is there a stigma associated with either class?

 Leisure/Education

What do children do for fun?

What do adults do for fun?

How are civilians educated?

For how long are they educated?

Are there certain or specific areas of studies?

Are certain groups normally higher educated than others?

 Magical Systems

Is magic learned, or already known? Does it differ by species?

Does magic influence the environment?

Does magic influence the government/leadership roles?

Are there types of evil magic?

Are there laws governing magic?