Darth_Kirby (post: 1481540) wrote:Ah, the beast of terminology... how many more arguments will you start... XP
Darth_Kirby (post: 1481540) wrote:Ah, the beast of terminology... how many more arguments will you start... XP
Nami (post: 1485071) wrote:Sounds funny. With a lot of filling it would be an interesting book. As far as I can see, there isn't much of a quest. Why is this ship the one he has taken? Who did it belong to? Also, if you think hard about it, you could turn it into a series of books and not just one. What with the AMAZING potential to have such a larger outline and with political conflicts waiting around every corner, and with the clearly hostile natives on islands, I'd say you could have an amazing set of books if you work hard and scratch at every detail. ^_^
Destroyer2000 (post: 1485072) wrote:You know, I hadn't thought about it that far in detail - I'm currently working on a science fiction novel, and a fantasy novella/novel (not sure where it's going), and the going is slow. I got this idea, and I'm really excited for it. Turning it into a series of books, with a lot of characterization and such would be amazing. I might just do that...thank you! I should come here for advice more often. I'm trying to get some of my other works published to earn so more money, so this is great to work on in the meantime.
Darth_Kirby (post: 1481540) wrote:Ah, the beast of terminology... how many more arguments will you start... XP
Destroyer2000 (post: 1485041) wrote:I've been toying with a steampunkish novel idea for a while, but it just solidified yesterday with me. Partially inspired by an RP we have running here, as well...let me know what you think of the idea.
The world of Aer]
First of all, I love this world. The islands banding together for power and security is intriguing. The new technology could make for some interesting conflicts. And a rogue-ish thief is often a very likeable character.
But like Nami said, I don't see a quest here. Now that this character has a ship, what's he going to do? You can't make a book just out of him learning how to fly the ship. Perhaps the story is planning the heist, rather than what comes after? Or, he needs this ship for something else?
And... do people fly the ships, or sail them? The oceans made me expect sailing ships, but then you mentioned your character flying a ship.
All in all, I think this could become something really cool.Destroyer2000 (post: 1485074) wrote:Nah, I won't give up on my sci-fi one, by any means. It's been my baby of the past four or five years, and I've rewritten and dreamed of the characters more times than I can count. It's just ground to a halt at the moment, so I might need a fresh take.
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Destroyer2000 (post: 1485072) wrote:You know, I hadn't thought about it that far in detail - I'm currently working on a science fiction novel, and a fantasy novella/novel (not sure where it's going), and the going is slow. I got this idea, and I'm really excited for it. Turning it into a series of books, with a lot of characterization and such would be amazing. I might just do that...thank you! I should come here for advice more often. I'm trying to get some of my other works published to earn so more money, so this is great to work on in the meantime.
Kerusso (post: 1488259) wrote:Ya know, if you do keep the arranged marriage in his backstory, I'd like to see the girl he was supposed marry come into play somehow, like as a love interest, or as a jealous antagonist to another love interest. Just something to think about.
Darth_Kirby (post: 1481540) wrote:Ah, the beast of terminology... how many more arguments will you start... XP
Easy now, Kerusso was just trying to help, and while not a lot of things in that Blog rant apply to your character, a couple things do.Whether one person likes the idea or not, it hardly makes a difference. You said you liked the idea, so do others. And the author of that journal is spewing stereotypes left and right; I am quite pleased with the idea. It is a fantasy element used quite often, but it is MINE, as well as my own world. I've read stories with theives that I thought were quite good, and I hardly thing one person's live journal entry will deter me from following through on my own, unique story. I stole no ideas from anyone. Nor, as the journal puts it, am I a bad writer.
Since when is thievery--real thievery--about fun? If he were some bored aristocrat who got a thrill from kleptomania, okay, but if he's from the street then theft is about survival and in this case, possibly revenge. He should be doing everything he can to assure success, not take chances for the fun of it.I could have dressed as a servant, but where's the fun in that? If I'm going to rob a noble blind, best to do it in style!
Again, would a honed master thief make such blatant assumptions and just march around a corner? He isn't taking his mission seriously. It doesn't feel like he's even trying. Also he shows no fear whatsoever of getting caught and punished by Edwards. That makes him seem either stupid or cocky beyond belief.He sighed, figuring the house was empty of most servants, and it would be an easy job. As he straightened and walked around the corner, Van ran headlong into one of the serving girls. Even as she stumbled back and drew breath to scream, Van grabbed and dipped her as if they were dancing, flashing his best smile at her before putting a finger on the lips.
At this point a lot of people are going to roll their eyes and say, "is this guy for REAL?" He's not a thief, he's Cassanova and it doesn't fit with someone who's experienced the 'dark side of the world'. If he isn't serious, most paying readers won't be either, unless it's intended to be a comedy.The girl went to jelly in his arms, and he sighed. I don't know what it is about me that causes women to faint in my arms. He grinned. Must be the stunning good looks.
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