FantasyGenre
FantasyGenre is a literary and media genre in which magical elements are central to the setting and plot. It typically involves imaginary worlds, mythic beings, and systems of magic that operate with their own rules. While rooted in folklore, FantasyGenre emphasizes world-building and the exploration of extraordinary phenomena.
Historically, FantasyGenre draws on folk tales, epics, and myth. In modern literature, it was significantly reshaped
Subgenres include high fantasy (set in an entirely invented world), urban fantasy (magic within contemporary cities),
Common themes involve heroism, power, destiny, and moral choices, often examined through coming-of-age arcs, explorations of
FantasyGenre has a broad cultural impact, fueling literature, television, film, and games. It faces critiques related