Advice for Fantasy Writers This article is by Toni Šušnjar.Note: This is Part Two of a two-part essay. Here is the link to Part One. Feudal Army Feudal army is a complex beast: it may include landed troops, mercenaries, town militias, conscripted peasants, or any combination of these. Thus estimating size of a feudal army| Mythic Scribes
Advice for Fantasy Writers This article is by Toni Šušnjar. One of basic elements of fantasy warfare is fantasy army. And one of basic elements of army is its size, which will affect organization and logistics, as well as strategies and tactics it can employ. Thus, prospective fantasy writers should understand factors which limit the| Mythic Scribes
Wisdom to my mind is a bit of a paradox. It is subjective and context-dependent, but inherently universal. I say this, because for something to be wise it ought to be applicable across time and space, yet whether the claims are appraised as being “wise” hinges on the perception of a past, present or future audience. It is beyond the self, yet dependent upon the self. So that then begs the fantasy writing question: What if the self is not human? If culture already morphs the form and subst...| Mythic Scribes
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Weapons and tactics will adapt to each other, as well as to the enemies faced – but adaptations will be done within the boundaries of a society.| Mythic Scribes
How large an army would be depended on the ability of the state to support it financially and logistically.| Mythic Scribes
The structure of an army will depend on the strategy, as strategy will determine the army's role and tasks.| Mythic Scribes
Environmental conditions influence how an army will fight and which weapons it will use. Society also influences composition of the army.| Mythic Scribes
