The fantasy stories, such as those listed in the discussion question, are often interpreted in a variety of media because they build an entirely novel fantasy universe and world around the story. For example, it should be noted that “fantasy worlds bend the laws of reality, yet still retain some semblance of our existing world” (Carmody par. 13). In other words, the stories, such as Harry Potter or the Game of Thrones, build highly detailed fictional worlds without being attached to the strict rules of reality. However, for instance, these universes still reflect the core aspects of the real world, such as power struggle, justice, bravery, and morality. For example, Tolkien’s stories are usually centered around a group of characters, but yet the author was able to a massive world through their perspectives. Building largescale fantasy universes enables a richer reflection of the real world, which means that each type of media can find something suitable to use and communicate, enabling relatability for everyone.
Reply to Lindsay
I agree with the post that the fantasy genre is partly interpreted in a variety of media due to its extreme popularity. However, I think that it is also likely to be the result of the cumulative effect of the storyline’s overall breadth and depth as well as world-building, which are the primary reasons for their popularity.
Reply to Victoria
I firmly believe that these stories are interpreted in a variety of media not due to their movie adaptations or ease-to-read, but rather due to a highly rich and detailed world-building element. By creating an entirely novel fantasy universe much larger in scale than the actual story requires, all individuals are able to find something that resonates with them.
Work Cited
Carmody, Austin. “Why Is the Fantasy Genre So Popular?” Fantasy Book Fanatic, Web.