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Mapping the Town - What should a Fantasy Town look like?
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<blockquote data-quote="Shades of Eternity" data-source="post: 9566433" data-attributes="member: 10869"><p>I stand by the fact that every location needs one unique thing.</p><p></p><p>Hommlet has one unique thing (a sinister shadow of the elemental factions)</p><p>Saltmarsh has one unique thing (a smuggling ring that leads to a Sausaghin threat)</p><p></p><p>In Hodgepocalypse, Bruce Alberta has one unique thing (land pirates vs Medusa-run cowboys with a complicated relationship and probably unresolved romantic tension between Captain Salty Frank and the Cattle Baroness).</p><p></p><p>Here are ten small towns that could serve as great foundations for your fantasy village, complete with unique features and characteristics:</p><ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Cedarburg, Wisconsin</strong> - Known for its charming historic buildings, Cedarburg's quaint atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings can inspire a rustic village with artisan shops.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Galena, Illinois</strong> - With its well-preserved 19th-century architecture, Galena would provide an elegant setting for a village filled with traders and craftspeople.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Saratoga Springs, New York</strong> - Famous for its mineral springs and vibrant downtown, this town can inspire a village centered around wellness and healing, possibly with magical springs.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Williamsburg, Virginia</strong> - This historic town is a living museum of colonial history. A fantasy village could incorporate an old-world charm with craftspeople and public festivities.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Beaufort, South Carolina</strong> - Known for its picturesque waterfront and historic homes, this town can help create a village that thrives on maritime culture and trade.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>New Hope, Pennsylvania</strong> - An artsy town with a strong sense of community, it could inspire a village of musicians, artists, and performers, adding a rich cultural layer to your fantasy world.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Eureka Springs, Arkansas</strong> - Famous for its stunning Victorian architecture and natural springs, this town could serve as a base for a village known for its mystical medical traditions.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Ashland, Oregon</strong> - Home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, this bustling town could inspire a vibrant village focused on theater, storytelling, and festival celebrations.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Napa, California</strong>—This wine country town can influence a fantasy setting centered on agriculture and trade, possibly involving vineyards with magical properties.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol"><strong>Port Townsend, Washington</strong>—A coastal town with Victorian buildings and a lively arts scene, Port Townsend could inspire a seaside village full of sailors, traders, and sea legends.</li> </ol></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Shades of Eternity, post: 9566433, member: 10869"] I stand by the fact that every location needs one unique thing. Hommlet has one unique thing (a sinister shadow of the elemental factions) Saltmarsh has one unique thing (a smuggling ring that leads to a Sausaghin threat) In Hodgepocalypse, Bruce Alberta has one unique thing (land pirates vs Medusa-run cowboys with a complicated relationship and probably unresolved romantic tension between Captain Salty Frank and the Cattle Baroness). Here are ten small towns that could serve as great foundations for your fantasy village, complete with unique features and characteristics: [LIST=1] [*][B]Cedarburg, Wisconsin[/B] - Known for its charming historic buildings, Cedarburg's quaint atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings can inspire a rustic village with artisan shops. [*][B]Galena, Illinois[/B] - With its well-preserved 19th-century architecture, Galena would provide an elegant setting for a village filled with traders and craftspeople. [*][B]Saratoga Springs, New York[/B] - Famous for its mineral springs and vibrant downtown, this town can inspire a village centered around wellness and healing, possibly with magical springs. [*][B]Williamsburg, Virginia[/B] - This historic town is a living museum of colonial history. A fantasy village could incorporate an old-world charm with craftspeople and public festivities. [*][B]Beaufort, South Carolina[/B] - Known for its picturesque waterfront and historic homes, this town can help create a village that thrives on maritime culture and trade. [*][B]New Hope, Pennsylvania[/B] - An artsy town with a strong sense of community, it could inspire a village of musicians, artists, and performers, adding a rich cultural layer to your fantasy world. [*][B]Eureka Springs, Arkansas[/B] - Famous for its stunning Victorian architecture and natural springs, this town could serve as a base for a village known for its mystical medical traditions. [*][B]Ashland, Oregon[/B] - Home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, this bustling town could inspire a vibrant village focused on theater, storytelling, and festival celebrations. [*][B]Napa, California[/B]—This wine country town can influence a fantasy setting centered on agriculture and trade, possibly involving vineyards with magical properties. [*][B]Port Townsend, Washington[/B]—A coastal town with Victorian buildings and a lively arts scene, Port Townsend could inspire a seaside village full of sailors, traders, and sea legends. [/LIST] [/QUOTE]
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