I want to write a fantasy story, any suggestions?

Question

My favorite series are Naruto, which is about ninja's, and Bleach, which is about Death Gods.

I like that both stories take place in unique "worlds". For example, the Death Gods in Bleach live in a place known as the Soul Society.

I'd like to write a fantasy story. I thought about writing a story about characters who are Sirens (from Greek Mythology). But I barely know anything about Greek Mythology, and it would probably take a long time for me to learn everything I'd need to know.

I don't want to write about ninja's or Death Gods because it's already been done in my favorite anime's. It would be too easy to accidentally copy one of those stories.

I've already thought about using mermaids, witches, wizards, fairies, and elves. If I chose fairies, what kind of world could they live in?

What other mythological creatures can I write about?

Argh, I can't wait until I earn level 2 so that I can start rating questions, and mark "thumbs down" for useless answers.

Seriously, I want to write a fantasy story...and "Write about me!" is not helpful. Thanks to the others who are making an effort!

Answer 1

A generic approach:

Scetch details of your main characters - looks, mannerisms, background, etc. Write the details down - or even draw them if you are a visual person.

Then take your main character or characters and imagine them in some odd/out of the ordinary (out of your current works context) places or scenarios – anything goes! Write down ideas on what would have to happen to your type of character or how they would react to the scenario you placed them in.

This may seem futile, but it will help you flesh out your characters further and give you insight into what you may want to happen to this type of character in a potential story. You may even come up with multiple story lines and can see if one of them just seems to be the best or easiest to continue

Strong well-crafted main characters can inspire readers to love your story as well as drive you to write a great story for these imagined beings to be in! :-)

This should get you going. Then you may want to write an outline of you story (a kind of synopsis), including the ending. I have heard that John Irving writes his endings first, down to the last line, and works backwards. The idea of the outline is to give you goals as you proceed. Writing the ending first may give you the "spark" you seek - and also give you something to strive for.

Answer 2

I dont believe in generic approaches. Do the research. Sirens is a very nice idea. It's been done, but it's not overdone. Become an expert in your topic. Pax - C

Answer 3

Write a story about me! (c'mon write about "Lucifer the Great!")

Answer 4

what about Phoenix?!