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plotandelegy · 1 year

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Unleash Your Inner Monster: A Guide to Creating Unique and Memorable Fictional Monsters. Part 1: Purpose

When creating a fictional monster, its purpose in your story is crucial. The monster's role can make or break the narrative, so it must be carefully considered. Here's how to craft a monster with purpose:

Define Its Role: Before diving into the details of your monster, determine its role in your story. Is it the main antagonist, a secondary threat, or a misunderstood creature? Understanding its purpose will help you shape its characteristics and behavior.

Tailor Its Traits: The traits of your monster should align with its role. If it's the primary antagonist, it needs to be a formidable foe. If it's a misunderstood creature, it should be capable of eliciting empathy from readers. Consider the physical and behavioral traits that will support its purpose.

Use Metaphors: Monsters can be metaphors for real-world issues or fears. For instance, a monster that represents the dangers of genetic engineering might be created through gene splicing, and this technique makes the monster unique and adds depth to the story.

Create Tension: A monster that poses a real threat to your protagonist will create tension, making the story more engaging. To achieve this, the beast should have a distinct advantage over the protagonist, forcing them to rely on their wits and resources to survive.

Give It A Weakness: The monster's weakness ultimately allows the protagonist to overcome it. The flaw can be physical or psychological, but it should be significant enough to provide a clear path to victory.

By focusing on the purpose of your monster, you can create a creature that is not only terrifying but also serves a clear narrative function. Carefully considering the monster's role, traits, and weaknesses will help you craft a compelling story that resonates with readers.

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wraithheartofficial · 1 month

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videntebenahavis · 7 months

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d i o p o s e i d o n Delve into the mystic world of d i o p o s e i d o n, where the whispers of the sea intertwine with poetic enchantment.

#seacreatures #oceanexplorer #underwateradventure #tridentpower #mythologyinspired

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heidisieverding · 2 years

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Ich rufe Dich, Nemesis! Höchste! Göttlich waltende Königin! Allsehende, Du überschaust Der vielstämmigen Sterblichen Leben. Ewige, Heilige, Deine Freude Sind allein die Gerechten. Aber Du hassest der Rede Glast, Den bunt schillernden, immer wankenden, Den die Menschen scheuen, die dem drückenden Joch Ihren Nacken gebeugt. Aller Menschen Meinung kennst Du, Und nimmer entzieht sich Dir die Seele Hochmütig und stolz Auf den verschwommenen Schwall der Worte. In alles schaust Du hinein, Allem lauschend, alles ents Dein ist der Menschen Gericht. Orphische Hymne #mythologyinart #mythologyinspired #aiart #narrativeart #computerart #generativeart #newmediaart #videoart #neuralnetworks #algorithmicart #socalart #aiart (hier: Oberschöneweide, Berlin, Germany) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck0XMzxILok/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#mythologyinart #mythologyinspired #aiart #narrativeart #computerart #generativeart #newmediaart #videoart #neuralnetworks #algorithmicart #socalart

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diditred · 6 months

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Embark on a mythical journey with "BAD HAIR DAY," a captivating artwork that reimagines Medusa in a charming light. The enchanting depiction showcases Medusa's elegant figure, her face beaming with a captivating smile. Amidst her beautiful locks, a mischievous snake adds a touch of whimsy, emphasizing the theme of a bad hair day. This unique portrayal serves as a reminder to tread lightly when someone is experiencing challenges or frustrations, beautifully captured in this blend of myth and relatable humor. Explore the mystical world of "BAD HAIR DAY," exclusively on Threadless.

#BadHairDay MythicalCharm MedusaArt ThreadlessExclusive MythologyInspired WhimsicalArt CharmingMedusa RelatableHumor MythicalJourney Artistic

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gerimi · 10 months

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Medusa rising

#GorgonArt #BlackAndWhiteDrawing #PencilArt #AcrylicWash #MythicalCreatures #GorgonRising #SnakesPool #ArtisticFusion #FantasyIllustration #MythologyInspired #MonochromeMasterpiece #HandcraftedArtwork #PencilAndAcrylic #GorgonFromTheDepths #SerpentineCharm #MixedMediaArt #InkAndWash #CreatureCreation #MythicalMuse #ArtisticAlchemy

#Medusa Gorgon #mythology #acrylic wash

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jcniper-backup · 10 months

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Summary:

Joel is dying. An unknown sickness is sweeping through the land, it’s been slowly killing everyone and throwing everything into chaos. He has the opportunity to do something good, with one last mission. Something that might save everyone else and himself. Will he take it?

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Relationships: Ellie & Joel (The Last of Us)Ellie/Riley (The Last of Us)Dina/Ellie (The Last of Us)Joel/Tess (The Last of Us) Characters: Joel (The Last of Us)Ellie (The Last of Us) Alternate Universe - Fantasy Alternate Universe - DragonsOriginal MythologyInspired by Taylor SwiftInspired by MusicProtective Joel (The Last of Us)Ellie & Joel Bonding (The Last of Us)Joel is Bad at Feelings (The Last of Us)Hurt Joel (The Last of Us)Ellie Has PTSD - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (The Last of Us)Ellie Needs a Hug (The Last of Us)Ellie Angst (The Last of Us)Useless LesbiansAngst and Hurt/ComfortAlternate Universe - MagicBlood and ViolenceEmotional Hurt/ComfortGrief/MourningLoss of LimbsPossible Character DeathIdk Just be ready for painBased on a Taylor Swift Songi want to reiterate that Joel MiGhT DiE but also he might not i really don't know right now

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The two graves that sat under the oak tree stood tall against the test of time, under the shade of the tree they were protected from the weathering of the sun. The left one was barren. There was no inscription on the tombstone, no flowers, no loving notes or gifts. There was no body that needed those yet. The right one was a rainbow of different flowers, different purples and pinks and reds and yellows, all of them different types that were known to attract butterflies. Note after note was placed in a box fastened to the base of the stone. Sarah Miller, lost too soon, loved always.

Under the bough of the tree, unmoving and eyes closed, her father sits there and imagines what things would be like if she was there with him. Alive and allowed to grow into the adult she was supposed to be. He does this every month since her death twenty years ago.

One time, one of the attendants told him he was there so much he haunted the graveyard just as much as the ghosts did. That was probably true. They didn’t understand it though. No one really did. He wouldn’t wish it on anyone either, because despite the anger that brewed inside of him, the pain that he experienced was something he didn’t wish on other people.

He stayed there until the sun started to dip below the horizon. When it did, he opened his eyes and stood up. His body ached. It had for the past five years, making him hope that he was getting closer to seeing his daughter again. “I wish I could stay longer,” He told her grave.

He always said that.

It was always an understatement. He wished he could stay until he forgot his name. He wished he could stay until he became nothing but dirt and mushrooms and food for the tree. Sarah wouldn’t want that. Sarah would never want that.

So, he leaves his daughter and walks home.

The path in the dark is a dangerous one. Eyes stare at him as he passes by, assessing how much of a threat he might be until someone with sense hisses, “Are you fucking crazy? That’s Tess’ man. She’d kill you if you hurt him.”

“I think he’d kill us all if we hurt him.” Another voice hisses. “Marlene told me he killed the drake that was poisoning the water wells with one hand. Never even got injured.”

“Bullshit,” A third voice hissed. Joel kept walking, bored of the possible mugging that might’ve happened. He wasn’t in the mood for that today.

Fire lamps cast dramatic shadows and flickering shapes across the street. Joel walked amongst the first of the lightweight drunks that were starting to come home from the Moth & Flame tavern he had just passed. A few merchant stands were still open, capitalizing on drunken customers want to sober up with various breads and meats and cheeses.

As he turned the corner, a fight broke out between two men. One was drunkenly yelling about cards. The other was laughing. He rolled his eyes, remembering when he had the energy to get into those types of situations.

The closer he got to his house, the quieter the streets got. The less buildings crowded his view. To his right, there was nothing but construction and nothingness. A void of blinking lights and scraps of metal and empty sky. Joel’s house stood up out of nothingness. It was made out of oak, yew, willow, and slabs of brick embedded with moonstone that glowed at night time.

He crossed the threshold, slung the sheath of his sword down on the table and kicked off his boots. All of the energy he had remaining him always left at the end of days like these, leaving him with even more reminders of his depleting time and energy.

Joel crashed into his bed, welcoming the restless sleep he had become friends with over the years. At some point during the night, he could feel warmth at his back, hands around him. He’s about to wake more when Tess said, “Get some rest.”

He did.

He was too tired to talk anyway.

He always was.

#tlou fic #tlou au #my fic #long live au

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moniqueramseycreates · 3 years

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Wood Nymph/Dryad Model:@just_me_eldee As someone who loves the woods and butterflies, she couldn't possibly be anything else. ❤ #woodnymph #dryad #dryadart #mythologyinspired #mythologyinspiredart #drawingmyfriends #drawingmyfollowers #followｍe #fantasyportrait #fantasyportraits #wocartist (at El Paso, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWLzxI0vhML/?utm_medium=tumblr

#woodnymph #dryad #dryadart #mythologyinspired #mythologyinspiredart #drawingmyfriends #drawingmyfollowers #followｍe #fantasyportrait #fantasyportraits #wocartist

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compendium-of-chaos · 4 years

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Not a mermaid - a Naga, their distant cousin... and slightly more murderous 🤣, guess this might be the reason why she's cuffed and all gloomy ( welcome to Nazjatar, waves shyly at Queen Azshara.- B*tch you're going down 🤭!... maybe, hopefully... we will see...) I may colour her, yet I kind of like the outcome of these raw pencil lines as is. . . . . . . #mermay2020 #mermay #naga #mythicalcreatures #mythologyinspired #fantasy #fantasycreature #fantasyart #fantasycharacter #sketchbook #sketch #sketchbookdrawing #sketchbookart #sketchyart #pencilsketch #pencildrawing #characterdrawing #character #underthesea #curly #wavy #artnouveau #newinspiration #art #artist #artistoninstagram #artsyfartsy #midnightsketch https://www.instagram.com/p/B_3RGBuJlOH/?igshid=1jvmvmv56gg21

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megatron-vm · 7 years

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#sweptaway #fantasy #mythologyinspired #manga #shojo #shatterglass #art #Illustration #drawing #sketchesandcoffee

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