Keep in Mind
The Four Cs
Creative
Complete
Consistent
Compelling
Why is ecosystem important?
It determines culture.
What is culture dependent on?
Ecosystem, real world inspiration, and/or history.
What are the three things Jerry Jenkins says to keep in mind?
Don't overthink.
Always use real world inspiration.
Prioritize story over everything else.
Why is a magic/technology system important?
Because that is how you sell a story.
What are governments & laws dependent on?
It is dependent on culture and/or history.