Definition
Define Science Fiction
Science fiction is a genre of speculative fiction, typically dealing with imaginative concepts
Space Western
Subgenre
"If there are all these billions of planets in the universe that are capable of supporting life, and millions of intelligent species out there, then how come none has visited earth? "
Fermi Paradox
Apocalyptic
End of the world
It encompasses time, place, and social conditions.
Setting
Define Subgenre
A specific type of science fiction
Survival and death
Duality
"And why not? Imagine how unbearably, how unutterably cold the universe would be if one were all alone."
They're Made of Meat
Paranormal
set in the real world, but they include experiences that defy scientific explanation
Recurring practices and customs in a genre of literature
Conventions
Define Duality
set of abstract concepts or concrete objects or entities that are complete opposites. The opposites are not necessarily good or evil, but clash by features and qualities.
Punk
Subgenre
"Why did they put a rock there? And… is it sticky? Are they trying to block my view? If so, they’re doing a terrible job. The little triangle is only a couple of inches wide at the thickest point and the hex is a good 8 inches across."
Project Hail Mary
Post Apocalyptic
the situation after the destruction of the world
Objects that possess or represent abstract concepts and ideas.
Symbols
Define Trope
Common or overused theme or devices in literature’ cliche occurrences.
Ordinary to Special
Archetype
"Earth is deliberately isolated"
Fermi Paradox
Dystopia
a very bad or unfair society in which there is a lot of suffering
Essential aspects and parts of a story
Elements
Define Archetype
Recurrent patterns, symbols, or motifs in literature, art or mythology.
Villian appears undefeatable
Archetype
"First it wants to talk to us. Then I imagine it wants to explore the universe, contact other sentients, swap ideas and information. The usual."
They're Made of Meat
Utopia
an imaginary community or society that possesses highly desirable or near-perfect qualities
Recurring concepts and ideas in a story that link all aspects of the literary work
Theme