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Dark fantasy is not a definitive subgenre but rather a mood or aesthetic that generally surrounds a fantasy story. The stories typically feature violence, gore, and vengeance. Plot ideas for dark fantasy stories are thrilling, suspenseful, and sometimes gory. They show a darker side to a character and often follow an anti-hero - a protagonist.


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Dark fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy literary, artistic, and cinematic works that incorporate disturbing and frightening themes of fantasy. It often combines fantasy with elements of horror, possessing a dark and gloomy tone or an atmosphere of horror and dread. Definition.


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Origins of the Dark Fantasy Genre. A woman named Gertrude Barrows Bennett kickstarted dark fantasy as a modern subgenre. Her most famous novels— The Citadel of Fear (1918), Heads of Cerberus (1919), and Claimed (1920)—are the first real examples of works that would be recognizable as dark fantasy to readers of today.


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Dark fantasy is a small but increasingly popular subgenre of fantasy. This genre boasts elements of fear and horror alongside more traditional elements of fantasy. A dark fantasy novel is gloomy and dark, but unlike horror novels, it also contains magic and other supernatural elements.


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Sometimes you're jus tin the mood for something not-so-lighthearted. Here's our collection of lists focusing on the darkest anime and anime moments. Over 1K anime fans have voted on the 15 Best Dark Fantasy Anime Of All Time, Ranked. Current Top 3: Berserk, Hellsing, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.


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" At its most basic, dark fantasy is a term used to describe a fantasy story with a pronounced horror element. A stricter definition is difficult to pin down, as authors, publishers, and readers have used "dark fantasy" in various contexts throughout the years. Dark fantasy is often used as a synonym for supernatural horror.


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16 lessons Intermediate level Your Instructor Xiaofan, Toronto-based illustrator, is renowned for her cinematic horror/sci-fi art with a strong narrative focus. Explore the course What you'll learn Craft captivating and chilling fantasy characters that will leave your audience in awe.


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Overview Four centuries ago, Earth suffered a cataclysm caused by the demon Anthrasax before she was slain by the Dragon Knight, plunging the world into a new dark age. In the present, the Kingdom of Metallicana is attacked by the Dark Rebel Army who seek to resurrect Anthrasax.


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Dark fantasy is the subgenre for you. Given the loose definition of dark fantasy, I included a variety of novels on this list. There should be something for everyone. And while there are a few well-known classics of the subgenre listed here, I tried to veer away from the well-beaten path. 1. The Citadel of Fear by Gertrude Barrows


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Dark Fantasy is, generally speaking, a Darker and Edgier subgenre of fantasy. These kind of stories can be pretty much described as Standard Fantasy Setting meets Crapsack World, as opposed to a usually-lighthearted, regular fantasy setting.


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Dark fantasy names are found among wicked wizards, grim goblins, and venomous vampires. Dark fantasy names often conjure up an aura of mystical gloom & doom. With their eerie, yet enchanting vibe, these names tend to be unique with a powerful, dramatic, and deadly flair.


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Dark Fantasy is characterized by its grim, often dystopian settings, morally ambiguous characters, and a narrative that is as likely to inspire dread as it is wonder. It is a genre that challenges the boundaries of traditional fantasy, pushing the limits of what is possible in a world where magic and monsters are real. Origins of Dark Fantasy


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Having a morally sound main character forced into a life of murder is just the kind of heart-wrenching angst that can really propel a dark, gritty fantasy. Aside from the clear moral conundrum facing our poor executioner, every day they turn up for work could also be the inciting incident of a larger plot.


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4. The Way of Shadows by Brent Weeks. The first novel in Brent Weeks' Night Angel Trilogy, The Way of Shadows, is a compelling introduction to a world of assassins, intrigue, and horror. Weeks delivers a gripping taste of dark fantasy with its frenetic pace, varied characters, and deep world-building.


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How to Write Dark Fantasy methods 1 Building the Story's World 2 Creating Your Characters 3 Writing a First Draft + Show 2 more. Other Sections Expert Q&A Related Articles References Co-authored by Grant Faulkner, MA Last Updated: November 5, 2022 References In dark fantasy stories, nothing is black and white.


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1. The Godblind Trilogy, by Anna Stephens Stephens' debut trilogy opens thousands of years after the realm of Rilpor exiled the Mireces—worshipers of the Red Gods—forcing them into a harsh life in the mountains. But now the Red Gods and the King of the Mireces are plotting to take back what was once theirs from the Gods of Light.