Leiland Goldwell
@leilandgoldwell.bsky.social
Author, Gamer, Part-time YouTuber. I write primarily fantasy books that seek to explore deeper themes and topics through epic narratives.
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#DecemberWorldbuilders
The people of Theryl were created by its deities. The Divines actually debated back-and-forth with each other a lot when trying to create the first mortals, arguing about things like how many limbs they should have or where organs should be located...
The people of Theryl were created by its deities. The Divines actually debated back-and-forth with each other a lot when trying to create the first mortals, arguing about things like how many limbs they should have or where organs should be located...
Hello, #DecemberWorldbuilders! Tell us about the creation of your people according to the in-world lore. Were they created by gods? Did they evolve from single-celled organisms? Maybe a bit of both? Maybe they don't know, and maybe they have stories about it. What are their creation myths?
December 2, 2025 at 12:45 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders
The people of Theryl were created by its deities. The Divines actually debated back-and-forth with each other a lot when trying to create the first mortals, arguing about things like how many limbs they should have or where organs should be located...
The people of Theryl were created by its deities. The Divines actually debated back-and-forth with each other a lot when trying to create the first mortals, arguing about things like how many limbs they should have or where organs should be located...
That cancelled TV show you'll never stop thinking about.
Spice and Wolf. I know it got a reboot, but I'm still bitter that the OG ended abruptly.
Spice and Wolf. I know it got a reboot, but I'm still bitter that the OG ended abruptly.
December 2, 2025 at 12:40 AM
That cancelled TV show you'll never stop thinking about.
Spice and Wolf. I know it got a reboot, but I'm still bitter that the OG ended abruptly.
Spice and Wolf. I know it got a reboot, but I'm still bitter that the OG ended abruptly.
Going with an obscure one here: Spectrobes
December 2, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Going with an obscure one here: Spectrobes
#DecemberWorldbuilders
Technology in science in Theryl vary great per region and country, but the most advanced in that regard is definitely Vienta, which keeps much of its advancements out of foreign hands (or tries to.)
Technology in science in Theryl vary great per region and country, but the most advanced in that regard is definitely Vienta, which keeps much of its advancements out of foreign hands (or tries to.)
Welcome to the first week of #DecemberWorldbuilders! This week is about SCIENCE (broadly speaking) (you can play along even if you're writing pre-industrial fantasy!)
Today's Q: Can anyone in your world participate in scientific research? Or is it reserved for elites?
Today's Q: Can anyone in your world participate in scientific research? Or is it reserved for elites?
December 1, 2025 at 5:27 PM
#DecemberWorldbuilders
Technology in science in Theryl vary great per region and country, but the most advanced in that regard is definitely Vienta, which keeps much of its advancements out of foreign hands (or tries to.)
Technology in science in Theryl vary great per region and country, but the most advanced in that regard is definitely Vienta, which keeps much of its advancements out of foreign hands (or tries to.)
Give me 5 games to get to know you:
-Ender Lilies
-Triangle Strategy
-Fire Emblem: Three Houses
-Octopath Traveler 2
-Asura's Wrath
-Ender Lilies
-Triangle Strategy
-Fire Emblem: Three Houses
-Octopath Traveler 2
-Asura's Wrath
Give me 5 games to get to know you:
-Disco Elysium
-Crusader Kings 2
-Civilization 6
-Dragon Quest XI
-Elder Scrolls: Oblivion
-Disco Elysium
-Crusader Kings 2
-Civilization 6
-Dragon Quest XI
-Elder Scrolls: Oblivion
Give me 5 games to get to know you:
1. Dead Space series. Shame it ended at 2.
2. Alan Wake/Control/Alan Wake 2/Quantum Break.
3. Mass Effect series.
4. Blue Prince
5. Outer Wilds
1. Dead Space series. Shame it ended at 2.
2. Alan Wake/Control/Alan Wake 2/Quantum Break.
3. Mass Effect series.
4. Blue Prince
5. Outer Wilds
December 1, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Give me 5 games to get to know you:
-Ender Lilies
-Triangle Strategy
-Fire Emblem: Three Houses
-Octopath Traveler 2
-Asura's Wrath
-Ender Lilies
-Triangle Strategy
-Fire Emblem: Three Houses
-Octopath Traveler 2
-Asura's Wrath
Looking for epic adventures in fantastical realms? Find my books here:
leilandgoldwell.tumblr.com/Works
leilandgoldwell.tumblr.com/Works
leilandgoldwell.tumblr.com
November 30, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Looking for epic adventures in fantastical realms? Find my books here:
leilandgoldwell.tumblr.com/Works
leilandgoldwell.tumblr.com/Works
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Honestly, I think the wildlife of Theryl is probably the best example of this. I've added a lot of fantastical beasts over the years, and while some do serve a purpose top the worldbuilding, others are just there because I think they're neat.
Honestly, I think the wildlife of Theryl is probably the best example of this. I've added a lot of fantastical beasts over the years, and while some do serve a purpose top the worldbuilding, others are just there because I think they're neat.
#NovemberWorldbuilders friends! We're at the end of the month so you know what that means: broad questions with no particular theme! Tell me about something you put into your world for no reason other than that it brought you joy. Did you learn about something cool and want to add it? Talk about it!
November 30, 2025 at 12:35 AM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Honestly, I think the wildlife of Theryl is probably the best example of this. I've added a lot of fantastical beasts over the years, and while some do serve a purpose top the worldbuilding, others are just there because I think they're neat.
Honestly, I think the wildlife of Theryl is probably the best example of this. I've added a lot of fantastical beasts over the years, and while some do serve a purpose top the worldbuilding, others are just there because I think they're neat.
The most common method of transportation just about anywhere in Theryl is by wagon, often driven by some sort of animal; horses, bulls, even wolves or goats. Of course, boats and ships are most commonly used for large bodies of water.
Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters
What methods of transportation do your characters usually use to get around?
Horses, ships (water, space, air), cars, walking, other?
Does transportation ever cause your characters difficulty?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
What methods of transportation do your characters usually use to get around?
Horses, ships (water, space, air), cars, walking, other?
Does transportation ever cause your characters difficulty?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
November 30, 2025 at 12:12 AM
The most common method of transportation just about anywhere in Theryl is by wagon, often driven by some sort of animal; horses, bulls, even wolves or goats. Of course, boats and ships are most commonly used for large bodies of water.
#NovemberWorldbuilders
That's a little tricky because the Seeker Saga takes place across years or even decades, so for simplicity's sake, I'll just list an even that happened in the last twenty years starting from Fateseekers (as it is the most recent book in the timeline right now.)
That's a little tricky because the Seeker Saga takes place across years or even decades, so for simplicity's sake, I'll just list an even that happened in the last twenty years starting from Fateseekers (as it is the most recent book in the timeline right now.)
Heya, #NovemberWorldbuilders! It's the last day of our HISTORY week. Tell me something about the more recent history of your world. What's something important that happened in the last 20 years or so from when your story takes place? Perhaps something that sets off the inciting incident
November 28, 2025 at 10:56 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
That's a little tricky because the Seeker Saga takes place across years or even decades, so for simplicity's sake, I'll just list an even that happened in the last twenty years starting from Fateseekers (as it is the most recent book in the timeline right now.)
That's a little tricky because the Seeker Saga takes place across years or even decades, so for simplicity's sake, I'll just list an even that happened in the last twenty years starting from Fateseekers (as it is the most recent book in the timeline right now.)
Well, it would be easy to say that all my Seeker protagonists are almost never without their Armaments. A Seeker's Armament is bound to them, and they it; being parted from one's Armament for too long leads to increased feelings of anxiety and longing...
Tell me more about your #AwesomeCharacters
What is something your character always carries with them?
In a purse, a bag, a secret pouch, a pocket?
Is there something they never travel without? Why?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
What is something your character always carries with them?
In a purse, a bag, a secret pouch, a pocket?
Is there something they never travel without? Why?
#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #WritingPrompts
November 28, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Well, it would be easy to say that all my Seeker protagonists are almost never without their Armaments. A Seeker's Armament is bound to them, and they it; being parted from one's Armament for too long leads to increased feelings of anxiety and longing...
#NovemberWorldbuilders
There are many legendary events to speak of in Theryl, but perhaps one of the most notable happened millennia ago in the land that would come be known as Hol. In the early days of the world, the Divines themselves were said to participate more directly in it.
There are many legendary events to speak of in Theryl, but perhaps one of the most notable happened millennia ago in the land that would come be known as Hol. In the early days of the world, the Divines themselves were said to participate more directly in it.
Greetings, #NovemberWorldbuilders. Tell me about a legendary event that happened in your world's history. Perhaps a terrific cataclysm, or maybe something good like the growth of an amazing tree or the greatest rock concert ever. Something that the storytellers in your world love to sing about.
November 27, 2025 at 7:36 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
There are many legendary events to speak of in Theryl, but perhaps one of the most notable happened millennia ago in the land that would come be known as Hol. In the early days of the world, the Divines themselves were said to participate more directly in it.
There are many legendary events to speak of in Theryl, but perhaps one of the most notable happened millennia ago in the land that would come be known as Hol. In the early days of the world, the Divines themselves were said to participate more directly in it.
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♥and🔁are appreciated!
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November 25, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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#NovemberWorldbuilders
The queendom of Dhesa chooses its monarch not based on bloodline, but rather, by choosing women who are believed to embody the qualities of a saint. The Holy Church is responsible for deciding not only applicants, but also who among them is worthy.
The queendom of Dhesa chooses its monarch not based on bloodline, but rather, by choosing women who are believed to embody the qualities of a saint. The Holy Church is responsible for deciding not only applicants, but also who among them is worthy.
#NovemberWorldbuilders Heya, friends! In your fictional world, are there any lies or conspiracy theories (or maybe just incorrect beliefs) about a historical event? Is the government of your (fictional) world hiding anything? Please keep it fictional! No real-world stuff here, please!
November 26, 2025 at 5:40 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
The queendom of Dhesa chooses its monarch not based on bloodline, but rather, by choosing women who are believed to embody the qualities of a saint. The Holy Church is responsible for deciding not only applicants, but also who among them is worthy.
The queendom of Dhesa chooses its monarch not based on bloodline, but rather, by choosing women who are believed to embody the qualities of a saint. The Holy Church is responsible for deciding not only applicants, but also who among them is worthy.
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Oh, there are quite a few to choose from in Theryl's history... But I suppose one of the most notable would be the War of Dominion. This was a conflict between Elux and Urgaia, in which Urgaia attempted to expand its reach westward into Eluxan territory.
Oh, there are quite a few to choose from in Theryl's history... But I suppose one of the most notable would be the War of Dominion. This was a conflict between Elux and Urgaia, in which Urgaia attempted to expand its reach westward into Eluxan territory.
#NovemberWorldbuilders Does your fictional world have any wars in its history that are now over? What was the conflict about? What were the repercussions of it?
November 26, 2025 at 12:37 AM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Oh, there are quite a few to choose from in Theryl's history... But I suppose one of the most notable would be the War of Dominion. This was a conflict between Elux and Urgaia, in which Urgaia attempted to expand its reach westward into Eluxan territory.
Oh, there are quite a few to choose from in Theryl's history... But I suppose one of the most notable would be the War of Dominion. This was a conflict between Elux and Urgaia, in which Urgaia attempted to expand its reach westward into Eluxan territory.
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Just a heads up.
I don't use Gen AI in my writing and never will.
I don't use Gen AI for illustration and never will.
I won't willingly or knowingly use Gen AI at all.
I write because I love it.
I pay indie artists because they deserve the work and the credit.
Gen AI is not art.
I don't use Gen AI in my writing and never will.
I don't use Gen AI for illustration and never will.
I won't willingly or knowingly use Gen AI at all.
I write because I love it.
I pay indie artists because they deserve the work and the credit.
Gen AI is not art.
November 24, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Just a heads up.
I don't use Gen AI in my writing and never will.
I don't use Gen AI for illustration and never will.
I won't willingly or knowingly use Gen AI at all.
I write because I love it.
I pay indie artists because they deserve the work and the credit.
Gen AI is not art.
I don't use Gen AI in my writing and never will.
I don't use Gen AI for illustration and never will.
I won't willingly or knowingly use Gen AI at all.
I write because I love it.
I pay indie artists because they deserve the work and the credit.
Gen AI is not art.
#NovemberWorldbuilders
I think Adelle, protagonist of Prideseeker, might be the best example of this. Her father is something of a national hero, having won a seemingly impossible battle and preventing what could have otherwise been a years-long war.
I think Adelle, protagonist of Prideseeker, might be the best example of this. Her father is something of a national hero, having won a seemingly impossible battle and preventing what could have otherwise been a years-long war.
#NovemberWorldbuilders Let's talk about how the world's history directly impacts your main character (or some other important character in the world you're developing). Do they have an important ancestor? Was there a specific event, say a war or diaspora, that impacted their current life?
November 24, 2025 at 7:50 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
I think Adelle, protagonist of Prideseeker, might be the best example of this. Her father is something of a national hero, having won a seemingly impossible battle and preventing what could have otherwise been a years-long war.
I think Adelle, protagonist of Prideseeker, might be the best example of this. Her father is something of a national hero, having won a seemingly impossible battle and preventing what could have otherwise been a years-long war.
Five days remain until Book Five drops!
#BookSky! 📚💙
#BookSky! 📚💙
Since the release date for Book 5 of the Seeker Saga is drawing ever-nearer, I think it's about time to unveil the cover. Shoutouts to @cirathiel.bsky.social for helping me with this one!
#BookSky 📚💙
#BookSky 📚💙
November 24, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Five days remain until Book Five drops!
#BookSky! 📚💙
#BookSky! 📚💙
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Short story too short? Here are some quick tips to help you expand your draft:
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Did you just finish a big writing project only to come up short? Did your novel turn out to be a novella? It can feel disappointing for a story to come to an
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November 24, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Short story too short? Here are some quick tips to help you expand your draft:
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November 24, 2025 at 12:22 AM
How your e-mail finds me
#NovemeberWorldbuilders
There are two of note I want to talk about. The first is Rose Regnus, the founder of the kingdom of Elux. He united the people of the plains with the dream of one day building the 'ideal nation,' though many debate what that truly meant to him...
There are two of note I want to talk about. The first is Rose Regnus, the founder of the kingdom of Elux. He united the people of the plains with the dream of one day building the 'ideal nation,' though many debate what that truly meant to him...
We're talking about our fictional world's history this week, #NovemberWorldbuilders. Tell me about a ruler or leader who made an impact in your world. How are they remembered by those living in the future?
November 23, 2025 at 5:22 PM
#NovemeberWorldbuilders
There are two of note I want to talk about. The first is Rose Regnus, the founder of the kingdom of Elux. He united the people of the plains with the dream of one day building the 'ideal nation,' though many debate what that truly meant to him...
There are two of note I want to talk about. The first is Rose Regnus, the founder of the kingdom of Elux. He united the people of the plains with the dream of one day building the 'ideal nation,' though many debate what that truly meant to him...
Only a couple more days until Fateseekers launches! You can pre-order it now on Amazon!
#BookSky! 📚💙
#BookSky! 📚💙
Since the release date for Book 5 of the Seeker Saga is drawing ever-nearer, I think it's about time to unveil the cover. Shoutouts to @cirathiel.bsky.social for helping me with this one!
#BookSky 📚💙
#BookSky 📚💙
November 22, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Only a couple more days until Fateseekers launches! You can pre-order it now on Amazon!
#BookSky! 📚💙
#BookSky! 📚💙
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Oh there are a few, but the most notable would definitely be the ancient Pounese civilization featured in Fateseekers. There are ruins of ancient cities all over the islands, built by those who first crossed the ocean to settle there.
Oh there are a few, but the most notable would definitely be the ancient Pounese civilization featured in Fateseekers. There are ruins of ancient cities all over the islands, built by those who first crossed the ocean to settle there.
It's our next week, #NovemberWorldbuilders! The theme this week is HISTORY in your fictional worlds. To start off with: does your world have any ancient (perhaps long-lost) civilizations? Did they leave ruins behind? Does anyone know what happened to them?
November 22, 2025 at 6:51 PM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
Oh there are a few, but the most notable would definitely be the ancient Pounese civilization featured in Fateseekers. There are ruins of ancient cities all over the islands, built by those who first crossed the ocean to settle there.
Oh there are a few, but the most notable would definitely be the ancient Pounese civilization featured in Fateseekers. There are ruins of ancient cities all over the islands, built by those who first crossed the ocean to settle there.
#NovemberWorldbuilders
For the people of Urstanza, the city holds an annual festival on the day of its founding. Wavedancers will set out upon Lake Abmat is elaborately-crafted boats and put on a performance for onlookers throughout the city.
For the people of Urstanza, the city holds an annual festival on the day of its founding. Wavedancers will set out upon Lake Abmat is elaborately-crafted boats and put on a performance for onlookers throughout the city.
Howdy, #NovemberWorldbuilders. What special events take place near the river/lake in your fictional world? Do they have any festivals or annual traditions? How do your characters engage with these events?
November 22, 2025 at 12:24 AM
#NovemberWorldbuilders
For the people of Urstanza, the city holds an annual festival on the day of its founding. Wavedancers will set out upon Lake Abmat is elaborately-crafted boats and put on a performance for onlookers throughout the city.
For the people of Urstanza, the city holds an annual festival on the day of its founding. Wavedancers will set out upon Lake Abmat is elaborately-crafted boats and put on a performance for onlookers throughout the city.