Medieval fantasy

Medieval fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy that encompasses medieval era and sometimes simply represents fictitious versions of historic events. This subgenre is common among role-playing games, text-based roleplaying, and high-fantasy literature. It can include various elements of Middle Ages European culture and society, including a monarchical government, feudal social structure, medieval warfare, and mythical entities common in European folklore.

Examples of literature of this genre included The Lord of the Rings[1] by J. R. R. Tolkien, The Chronicles of Narnia by C. S. Lewis or A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin. [1] [2]

Examples of games (both digital and tabletop) include the Ultima series,[3] Neverwinter Nights,[4] Tactics Ogre, Souls, Warcraft, The Legend of Zelda, Dungeons and Dragons, and The Elder Scrolls.

References

  1. 1 2 "'Game Of Thrones' 'Battle Of The Bastards' Unoriginal? Copied From Famous Movies?". 21 June 2016.
  2. ↑ Alter, Alexandra (8 December 2011). "These Literary Tastes Include Eel Pie, Grilled Snake" – via Wall Street Journal.
  3. ↑ Cavalli, Earnest. "Garriott 'Probably' Returning to 'Medieval Fantasy' Genre".
  4. ↑ "Legacy Games". BioWare. Retrieved 2013-05-21.
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