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Message: <blockquote data-quote="EzekielRaiden" data-source="post: 8863074" data-attributes="member: 6790260">Just used ChatGPT for this, with the following prompts. Asked it to re-generate the response just to see how it changed.Prompt A: "Please invent for me a fantasy setting, appropriate for playing Dungeons and Dragons. Include descriptions of the geography, the kinds of creatures and monsters found in the setting, and the five most common sapient races that live there."[SPOILER="Response A1"]Sure! Here is a fantasy setting I've come up with:Geography: The continent of Eryndor is a vast and varied land, with rolling hills and grassy plains, dense forests and shadowy swamps, snowy mountains and arid deserts. The central region is dominated by the Great River, which winds its way from the frozen north to the steamy south, dividing the continent in half. On the western side of the river lies the Kingdom of Arvandor, a civilized realm of humans, elves, and dwarves, ruled by a wise and just queen. On the eastern side lies the Wildlands, a lawless frontier inhabited by all manner of creatures, both friendly and fierce.Creatures and Monsters: Eryndor is home to a wide variety of beasts, both natural and magical. In the forests and fields, one might encounter deer, wolves, bears, and boars, as well as unicorns, pegasi, and dryads. In the swamps and marshes, one might encounter crocodiles, snakes, and giant spiders, as well as hags, werewolves, and ghouls. In the mountains and caves, one might encounter dragons, giants, and trolls, as well as dwarves, gnomes, and kobolds. In the deserts and ruins, one might encounter jackals, scarabs, and mummies, as well as genies, djinn, and efreet.Sapient Races: The five most common sapient races in Eryndor are humans, elves, dwarves, gnomes, and halflings. Humans are the most populous and diverse of the races, with a wide range of cultures and traditions. Elves are a long-lived and graceful race, known for their beauty, their love of nature, and their proficiency with magic. Dwarves are a stout and hardy race, known for their skill at craftsmanship and their love of gold. Gnomes are a curious and inventive race, known for their love of art and their affinity for technology. Halflings are a small and nimble race, known for their love of adventure and their knack for thievery.[/SPOILER][SPOILER="Response A2"]Sure! Here is a fantasy setting for a Dungeons and Dragons campaign:Geography: The setting is a vast continent called Eryndor, which is located on the world of Arvandor. The continent is home to a wide range of environments, including dense forests, rolling hills, sprawling grasslands, jagged mountain ranges, and arid deserts. There are also several large bodies of water, including the Endless Sea to the west and the Luminous Ocean to the east.Creatures and Monsters: Eryndor is home to a diverse array of creatures and monsters. In the dense forests, one might encounter a pack of vicious worgs, or a group of mischievous fey. In the rolling hills, one might encounter a herd of unicorns, or a pack of werewolves. In the sprawling grasslands, one might encounter a pride of lions, or a tribe of centaurs. In the jagged mountain ranges, one might encounter a dragon, or a group of dwarves. In the arid deserts, one might encounter a sandstorm, or a group of nomadic humans.Sapient Races: Eryndor is home to a variety of sapient races. The five most common are:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Humans: Humans are the most diverse and widespread race on Eryndor, with a variety of cultures and societies. They are known for their adaptability and resourcefulness.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Elves: Elves are a slender and graceful race, with a deep connection to nature. They are known for their agility and keen senses.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Dwarves: Dwarves are a stout and hardy race, with a strong affinity for craftsmanship and engineering. They are known for their resilience and strength.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Halflings: Halflings are a small and nimble race, with a love of adventure and a talent for thievery. They are known for their quick reflexes and stealthy nature.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Dragonborn: Dragonborn are a majestic race, with a strong connection to the elemental forces of the world. They are known for their breath weapons and physical prowess.</li> </ol>[/SPOILER]Prompt B: "Please invent for me a fantastical setting, appropriate for playing Dungeons and Dragons, that is inspired by the industrial revolution and high fantasy stories of magic. Make sure to describe the environment and geography, the creatures and monsters which live there, and the fragile peace between the five most common sapient races: humans, elves, dragonborn, tieflings, and orcs."[SPOILER="Response B1"]Here is a fantastical setting inspired by the industrial revolution and high fantasy stories of magic:Geography and Environment: The setting is a vast and sprawling city called Ironforge, which is located on the world of Eldrith. Ironforge is a city of industry and innovation, with steam-powered factories and towering clocktowers. The city is surrounded by a vast wilderness, which is home to a variety of creatures and monsters.Creatures and Monsters: The wilderness surrounding Ironforge is home to a diverse array of creatures and monsters. In the dense forests, one might encounter a pack of worgs, or a group of mischievous fey. In the rolling hills, one might encounter a herd of unicorns, or a pack of werewolves. In the sprawling grasslands, one might encounter a pride of lions, or a tribe of centaurs. In the jagged mountain ranges, one might encounter a dragon, or a group of dwarves.Sapient Races: Ironforge is home to a variety of sapient races, which live in a fragile peace. The five most common are:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Humans: Humans are the most diverse and widespread race in Ironforge, with a variety of cultures and societies. They are known for their adaptability and resourcefulness.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Elves: Elves are a slender and graceful race, with a deep connection to nature. They are known for their agility and keen senses.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Dragonborn: Dragonborn are a majestic race, with a strong connection to the elemental forces of the world. They are known for their breath weapons and physical prowess.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Tieflings: Tieflings are a mysterious and misunderstood race, with a reputation for being cunning and manipulative. They are known for their innate magical abilities and their dark, otherworldly appearance.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Orcs: Orcs are a brutal and warlike race, with a reputation for being violent and aggressive. They are known for their physical strength and endurance.</li> </ol>Despite the fragile peace between these races, tensions often run high in Ironforge, as each race struggles to gain power and influence in the city's complex political landscape. The city is also home to a variety of guilds and secret societies, which often compete for control of the city's resources and influence.[/SPOILER][SPOILER="Response B2"]Sure! Here is a fantasy setting inspired by the industrial revolution and high fantasy stories of magic:Geography and Environment: The setting is a sprawling city called Ironforge, located on the world of Arvandor. Ironforge is a hub of industry and innovation, with towering factories and steam-powered machines dotting the landscape. The city is surrounded by a dense forest and rolling hills, which are home to a variety of creatures and monsters.Creatures and Monsters: Ironforge is home to a variety of creatures and monsters, both mundane and fantastical. In the dense forest, one might encounter a pack of worgs or a group of mischievous fey. In the rolling hills, one might encounter a herd of unicorns or a pack of werewolves. Within the city itself, one might encounter clockwork constructs, steam golems, or other mechanical creations.Sapient Races: Ironforge is home to a diverse array of sapient races, who have all come to the city seeking opportunity and prosperity. The five most common races are:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Humans: Humans are the most diverse and widespread race in Ironforge, with a variety of cultures and societies. They are known for their adaptability and resourcefulness.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Elves: Elves are a slender and graceful race, with a deep connection to nature. They are known for their agility and keen senses.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Dragonborn: Dragonborn are a majestic race, with a strong connection to the elemental forces of the world. They are known for their breath weapons and physical prowess.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Tieflings: Tieflings are a mysterious race, with a connection to the planes of the Abyss. They are known for their cunning and magical abilities.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Orcs: Orcs are a fierce and warlike race, with a strong affinity for battle and combat. They are known for their strength and endurance.</li> </ol>Despite the differences between these races, there is a fragile peace in Ironforge. The city is ruled by a council of representatives from each race, and there are strict laws in place to prevent conflict. However, tensions do arise from time to time, and the council must work to maintain the peace in the city.[/SPOILER]There's obviously a lot of boilerplate in here (e.g. the racial descriptions, the environmental denizens), and some pretty clearly borrowed names (Arvandor, Ironforge), but frankly these are not half bad in terms of setting prompts. They would absolutely need a lot of human effort and polish to go from "setting concept" to "fleshed-out product," but they're pretty cohesive. I imagine you'd need to do some heavy lifting to add that "spark" that takes it from Generic Fantasy Setting #36 to Exciting World of Fantastical Adventure, but these could be useful for someone who needs a bit of grease for their creative wheels.</blockquote>

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