Story Validation on My Fantasy Novel Idea

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Hi everyone!

I'm brainstorming an epic fantasy novel titled "The Heirs of the Blood Seal".

I'm keen on getting your insights and feedback on the concept.

Here's a brief overview:

Blurb:

To stop the expansion of Myrathians, the people of Thraya abandoned their gods and called for demon Gormoth, who helped defeat Myrathians but then went on to plunge the Eastern lands to chaos.
The sacrifice of the Myrathian king's sons, Prince Aric and Prince Eolan, sealed away demon Gormoth, bringing an uneasy peace to the Eastern Lands.

Yet, this fragile peace balances on the brink, threatened by the potential unsealing of Gormoth. The key to break this perilous seal lies in the blood of the princes' heirs;

The story revolves around two main characters (cousins):

  1. Zane, the son of Prince Aric, raised in the protective yet confining environment of a heavily guarded palace. Despite his royal privilege, Zane yearns for a life beyond the palace walls and the responsibilities of his lineage.
  2. Ember, a resilient and unrecognized daughter of Prince Eolan, living as a commoner in Myria. Unaware of her royal blood, Ember dreams of proving herself as a formidable warrior in a world where her lineage holds dangerous significance.

Main Plots:

  • A faction of extremists is desperate to capture Zane, using force and political maneuvers to resurrect Gormoth.
  • Another group seeks to kill Zane, hoping to eliminate any chance of the seal being broken.
  • A section of Myrathians, fueled by pride and a sense of entitlement, yearns to return to their expansionist roots.
  • Parts of the Eastern Lands still harbor deep resentment, seeking retribution against the Myrathians for past conflicts.
  • Zane's journey of self-discovery, experiencing the world as a commoner for the first time.
  • Ember's ascent from obscurity, navigating challenges to rise as a respected warrior, all while oblivious to her true heritage.

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I'm looking for feedback on the overall concept, character dynamics, world-building aspects, any potential clichés or tropes to avoid etc and general acceptance of epic fantasy novels on wattpad.

Thanks for taking the time to read through my idea! Any insights, suggestions, or critiques you could offer would be greatly appreciated.

Posted Jan 15, 2024, 1:23 PM UTC

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