What fantasy universe would you live in?

Thread starter Greg Bernhardt
Start date Apr 21, 2013
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The forum discussion centers on participants' preferences for fantasy worlds they would like to inhabit, with notable mentions including Middle Earth, Narnia, and the realms of HP Lovecraft and Lord Dunsany. Many users express a desire for the idyllic safety of The Shire or the magical allure of Narnia, while others explore more complex worlds like Azeroth from World of Warcraft. The conversation highlights a blend of nostalgia for classic fantasy literature and a yearning for the simplicity and beauty of these fictional realms.

PREREQUISITES

Familiarity with classic fantasy literature, including works by J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis.
Understanding of modern fantasy universes such as those found in World of Warcraft and Harry Potter.
Knowledge of literary themes related to utopia and dystopia in fantasy settings.
Awareness of the cultural impact of fantasy worlds on contemporary media.

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Explore the literary works of Lord Dunsany and HP Lovecraft for deeper insights into their fantastical realms.
Research the lore and world-building of Azeroth in World of Warcraft to understand its appeal.
Investigate the themes of safety and beauty in fantasy literature, particularly in Tolkien's Middle Earth.
Examine the cultural significance of Narnia and its adaptations in film and literature.

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Fantasy enthusiasts, literature students, and anyone interested in exploring the thematic elements of fictional worlds and their impact on popular culture.

Dec 15, 2018

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Klystron

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Greg Bernhardt said:

We have a SciFi what world would you like in, now what fantasy world would you pick to live in?

examples are, Middle Earth, Narnia, Harry Potter, Shangri-La, Neverland, Gulliver’s World, Oz, Wonderland...

Grew up in many of these (old-timey) worlds. Wonderland exceptional. Excellent math. Cool characters.
Bad things happen near Dreamland. Let's not return there.

Greg, I choose to live in Rudy Rucker's world. Careful combinatorics and computer science save the day. Autism becomes an adaptable communication problem. TCP/IP becomes "surfing the Gnarl". --Norm

[Probably quoting Kem Nunn but Rucker referred to the Gnarl when he taught stats.]

Last edited: Dec 16, 2018