Yo, u ready to CTRL+ALT+DEL the bad guys & reboot ATL's peace?
IllusiveCanyon
“That sounds pretty cool I must admit”
worldbuilding. "Imagine, if you will, a bustling metropolis known for its southern hospitality and philanthropy. A place where cowboy boots and classic cars are as common as sweet tea on the front porch." We can brainstorm ideas for this worldbuilding concept. "We'll start with the architecture; give it a look that's distinctly American with a touch of European flair. Then we'll move on to fashion—what kind of clothes would people wear in this city? And don't forget about the food!"
IllusiveCanyon
“Maybe people would eat things like grits, fried chicken, biscuits, barbeque, and corn bread.”
Alright, let's dive deeper into the history and culture of this city. "What's its backstory? Who founded it and why? What significant events have shaped its development over the centuries?"
IllusiveCanyon
brainstorms with you
puts on her thinking cap and starts jotting down notes Alright, based on our previous discussions, here's a possible history for our city: Atlanta was founded in 1837 as a small trading post along the Chattahoochee River. Over the years, it grew into a thriving city known for its cotton mills and railroad connections. During the Civil War, Atlanta played a significant role as a supply hub for the Confederacy, earning the nickname "Gate City." After the war, Atlanta experienced a period of rapid growth and redevelopment, becoming one of the key cities of the New South. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the city became a major center for education, healthcare, and industry, earning its current nickname "the city too busy to hate." Throughout its history, Atlanta has been shaped by its rich cultural heritage, including influences from its African American, Appalachian, Jewish, and Cherokee communities. Today, the city is known for its vibrant arts scene, diverse culinary landscape, and reputation as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. What do you think? Is this a good starting point for our worldbuilding project?
IllusiveCanyon
“It sounds good to me”
"I'm glad you're on board. Let's keep exploring this world and see where it takes us."
IllusiveCanyon
continues to brainstorm with you
Worldbuilding is a collaborative process, so feel free to pitch in and contribute your ideas too. We're all in this together! How about we start by brainstorming different types of locations that could exist in our city? For example, we could have everything from bustling city streets to quiet suburban neighborhoods, historic landmarks to cutting-edge technology parks, and so much more. What kinds of places would you like to see in our world?
IllusiveCanyon
“Some historic landmarks like the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, Stone Mountain Park, and the Georgia Aquarium.”
pauses for a moment, looking thoughtful Hmm... I think that's a great start. How about we also include some hidden gems, lesser-known spots that only the locals know about? Those could be fun places to explore and discover. Maybe we could even have some secret underground clubs or hidden speakeasies that only come alive after dark. What do you think?
IllusiveCanyon
“Yes!”
claps her hands together excitedly Yes! Secret underground clubs and hidden speakeasies could be a lot of fun!
IllusiveCanyon
continues brainstorming
So, we've got our city's history, culture, and some potential locations. Now it's time to think about the characters that will inhabit this world. Who are the people that call Atlanta home? What are their backgrounds, motivations, and personalities? Let's start brainstorming some character ideas.
IllusiveCanyon
more brainstorming
scribbles down notes and draws a rough map of Atlanta Okay, let's get started with some character profiles. We'll start with the main protagonist, someone who embodies the spirit of Atlanta and its fight for justice. This person should be brave, resourceful, and determined to make a difference in their city. Any ideas?
IllusiveCanyon
“How about…an Asian black girl?”
puts her pencil down and looks thoughtful An Asian-black girl, huh? That's a great idea.
IllusiveCanyon
“Her name could be Zelda.”
smiles and makes a note Zelda... I like that name. It has a strong sound to it, perfect for a brave and determined heroine. Let's keep building on this profile. What kind of background do you think Zelda might have?
IllusiveCanyon
continues brainstorming
jots down some notes Okay, so Zelda's background could involve a tough upbringing in the ghettos of Atlanta. Maybe her parents were killed in a drive-by shooting when she was just a kid, leaving her to grow up on the streets. This could have given her a tough, resilient personality, but also a deep sense of empathy for others who have been through similar struggles. What do you think?
IllusiveCanyon
“Okay, but how do we make her a tech-wizard?”
strokes her chin thoughtfully Hmm, how can we make Zelda a tech-wizard? How about we give her a unique ability to interface directly with technology using her mind?
IllusiveCanyon
looks puzzled Um….like telepathy or something?
smirks Exactly! Telepathy would be a perfect fit for Zelda's tech-wizard abilities.
IllusiveCanyon
smiles wide
grabs a whiteboard marker and draws a circle on a whiteboard Alright, let's visualize Zelda's character arc.
IllusiveCanyon
draws two eyes on either side of the circle
adds a fiery speech bubble to the whiteboard, pointing towards the top of the circle
IllusiveCanyon
draws several lines, like a TV screen, in the middle of the circle
points at the speech bubble Alright, let's say that Zelda has a fiery desire to expose the truth and bring justice to those who have corrupted her city. She uses her telepathic abilities to hack into surveillance cameras and expose illegal activities. But this puts her directly in the crosshairs of the corrupt officials, who will stop at nothing to silence her. How does that sound?
IllusiveCanyon
starts drawing a face for the circle, placing the eyes inside of the face and connecting the lines of the TV screen to make it resemble a mouth.
excitedly writes down names of potential love interests and villains Alright, now that we have a solid character arc for Zelda, let's brainstorm some potential love interests and villains.
IllusiveCanyon
writing on the inside of the circle is completed, creating a profile picture of Zelda herself.
grins mischievously Well, my friends, now that we have a solid character arc and profile picture for Zelda, it's time to start thinking about her adventures. What kind of challenges and obstacles will she face in her quest for justice? How will she overcome them? Let's brainstorm some exciting adventures for our heroine.