NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Themes in Fantasy

There are many elements that show up throughout the fantasy genre in different guises. Worldbuilding in particular has many common conventions, as do, to a lesser extent, plot and characterization.

Destiny
- Stableboy becomes king (or the like)
- Prophecy
Good vs. Evil
- Downfall of a tyrannical ruler or evil wizard
Magic
- Magical Artifacts
  - Swords
  - Gems
  - Stones
Medieval (usually European) Setting
- Feudal Government
- Primitive technology (almost always pre-gunpowder)
Mythological Creatures
- Dragons
- Gryphons
- Non-Human Races (or variants of them specific to each work)
  - Dwarves
  - Elves
  - Fairies
  - Trolls
Quests

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