Marcat
Just Marcat
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Interesting idea.
In my opinion, the two aren't really mutually exclusive. I mean, look at the best short stories. I've read short stories that took place in these incredibly grandiose and imaginative worlds, all within the span of 10 or so pages. It's honestly astonishing.
I think, if you can get the characterization and story right, you're more likely to deliver the amazing world you build in a more interesting and immersive way, as opposed to just mindless exposition. I wouldn't recommend doing one over the other, though. That's just me though ^^;
In my opinion, the two aren't really mutually exclusive. I mean, look at the best short stories. I've read short stories that took place in these incredibly grandiose and imaginative worlds, all within the span of 10 or so pages. It's honestly astonishing.
I think, if you can get the characterization and story right, you're more likely to deliver the amazing world you build in a more interesting and immersive way, as opposed to just mindless exposition. I wouldn't recommend doing one over the other, though. That's just me though ^^;