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“No matter what world you're creating, whether it be a real world or a fantasy world, you still have to make the characters relatable or somewhat understandable.” quote by David Nutter
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“No matter what world you're creating, whether it be a real world or a fantasy world, you still have to make the characters relatable or somewhat understandable.”

David Nutter

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Worldbuilding, 2015

Effective storytelling requires characters that audiences can understand, regardless of setting.

In simple terms: Relatable characters matter in any world.

Key Takeaway

Focus on character depth alongside world details.

Themes

writing character development worldbuilding fantasy fiction

Mood

inspirational practical

Type

educational guidance

When to use this quote

  • novels
  • TV scripts
  • games
  • role‑playing
  • screenwriting

Key Concepts

empathy consistency narrative coherence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance world detail with character arcs?
  • What makes a character relatable across genres?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on setting can eclipse character growth.

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