Episode 213 Worldbuilder's Guide to Fantasy Map Making

Today's Topic The start to our Worldbuilder's Guide to Fantasy Map Making

Making maps is a passion of mine. So Michael and I thought it was about time that we look how to create fictional fantasy maps.

Now if you have followed the show long enough you would know that I am a believer of preparing before you plunge into a new area of worldbuilding.

So whether you how to draw a fantasy map by hand or like me, you love to use software like Campaign Cartographer 3+.

Before you start
- What type of map do you need?
  - Star chart, overland, city, dungeon
- Your purpose for the map
  - Materials for player or readers
  - Materials for GM
- Who is the map for?
  - Explain the world?
  - Describe the world
  - Show of power?
  - Other
- What is the purpose of the map maker?
  - Coastline
  - Understanding
- Study some real maps over during the age
Order of Creation (Highest to coastline, Lowest to coastline)
- Give it the finishing touches to feel right for the viewer Title, Scale bar compass rose