by PupBayou
I have a world building question, well a few really:
1. Are the non human creatures animals that have humanoid traits or humans that have animal characteristics? I feel it is the former, but just wanted to confirm.
2. It seems that humans are rare here but it has not been explained why Aster needed to be shielded from the outside world. So that raises questions about the role of humans in the world. Are they hunted for food, sport, for there (pick an organ) as an aphrodisiac? Are humans an ancient enemy? Considered a mythical creature? A harbinger of doom or change? There are many possibilities to consider.
3. There is magic in this world. Have you worked out what the rules are for it or kinda playing it by ear? I’ve read stories where the magic system was seriously flawed and created plot problems. I am not telling you how or what to do here. I do want to share a resource that has helped me; https://mythcreants.com/blog/five-tips-for-using-an-arbitrary-magic-system/ They have other advice on writing as well if you are interested.
Thank you for your work and sharing this story
Good luck
Prologue covers much of that. Magic has its own chapter coming, but its a whole chapter. Def more animal with humanish body.