(Ep: 453): Magic Rules You Need to Know
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- storycomic
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- Thu 14 Aug 2025
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- https://storycomic.podbean.com/e/ep-453-magic-rules-you-need-to-know/
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In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I chat with Clark R. Rowenson—author, chemist, engineer, and worldbuilding guru—about his new guidebook, The Magic System Blueprint, and his unique, analytical approach to crafting magic systems. We dive into how writers can create coherent, immersive systems that serve story, character, and stakes—and why magic isn’t just fantasy, but a crucial narrative tool. Whether you're plotting a fantasy epic or adding wonder to worldbuilding, Clark’s insights will give you the keys to magic that actually works on paper.
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