With the rise of science fiction and fantasy writing, fantasy maps increased not only in number, but also in imagination. For instance, in many medieval maps, the lands of Gog and Magog from the biblical Book of Revelation were situated by the Caspian Sea, with a wall that Alexander the Great had supposedly built around them. In fact, back then, maps often had fantastic places included on them. However, we only need to go back five or six hundred years to find that there was no clear distinction between fantasy maps (or fictional maps) and what we would today classify as “real” maps. By design, it’s intended to show us spatial relationships. In its simplest form, it’s a landscape drawn on a piece of paper-electronically or by hand-in order to symbolize reality through a number of selected features or characteristics. Let’s take a look at how you can bring your fantasy world to life with a map. Hook them into your story by making it real!įantasy maps give readers a sense of place and help immerse them in your story, bringing it to life in vivid detail. Want to win devoted fans who can’t wait for your next fantasy novel, discuss your world and characters, and help bring your fantastical fiction to life?
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