What is an epic fantasy novel?

An epic fantasy novel is a genre of fiction that typically features a vast and detailed fictional world, complex magic systems, heroic quests, and a cast of diverse characters.

One of the contenders for the longest epic fantasy novel is 'The Wheel of Time' series by Robert Jordan (completed by Brandon Sanderson). It is extremely long with numerous volumes that span a vast and complex world filled with magic, diverse characters, and an epic battle between good and evil.

Well, in an epic fantasy novel, there are several key elements. Magic is a big one. It can range from simple spells to complex magical systems that govern the world. Mythical creatures are also common, such as dragons, unicorns, and griffins. These add a sense of wonder and danger. And a complex plot with multiple storylines that intertwine is important. It keeps the readers engaged as they follow different characters' fates in this fantastical world.

Fans could also encourage the publisher to reconsider. Maybe by showing a large amount of support for the genre through petitions or social media campaigns. Another option is to explore self - publishing. With the rise of digital platforms, it has become more accessible for authors to self - publish their epic fantasy novels, and fans can support these independent efforts.

Well, the ideal length really depends on various factors. For a debut epic fantasy novel, around 100,000 words can be a good start as it gives enough space to introduce the world, characters, and basic plot. But for more established authors or complex stories, it can go up to 300,000 words or more. Publishers might also have different preferences, but generally, a length that can fully explore the richly imagined world and its many elements without feeling overly drawn - out is ideal.

Typically, the average length of an epic fantasy novel can range from around 100,000 to 150,000 words. However, this can vary greatly. Some epic fantasies can be shorter, around 80,000 words, while others, especially those with complex world - building and multiple storylines, can exceed 200,000 words or even more.

Some might also consider 'The Faerie Queene' by Edmund Spenser as an early form of epic fantasy. It was written in the 16th century and contains elements of magic, heroic quests, and a richly detailed otherworldly setting. However, it has a more allegorical nature compared to modern epic fantasy novels.

Among them, 'The Lord of the Rings' is extremely popular. It has influenced generations of fantasy writers and has a huge fan base all over the world. 'A Song of Ice and Fire' is also very popular, especially with the success of the TV adaptation 'Game of Thrones'. People love its complex plot and unpredictable twists.

There were novels similar to Legend of the Barbarians: 1."I, Orc, Will Never Be a Slave." Author: Rookie Doesn't Hesitate 2: The Reborn Lion, Author: Tomato Leek Egg Bun 3. Invincible King, Author: Holy Light Ball 4. Riding and Cutting: Journey to the World. Author: The Hardworking Gibbon 5:"Global Mutation, Starting from Black Snake", Author: Thoughts from Watching the Mountains and Seas 6:"Secret: I am the Chosen One of Fear and Abstinence." Author: Death Revival The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."I, Orc, Never Be a Slave": A world-class speaker travels through another world, becomes an Orc, and awakens his belief system. In the mine that was like a living hell, it began to emit its own light. "Beastman brothers, we are not slaves. We are independent individuals, equal creatures. Someone destroyed our homes, enslaved our bodies, and put heavy shackles on our bodies. But we need to remember this at all times. Beastmen will never be slaves!" Under Creque's high-pitched speech, the orcs began to awaken. Their blood began to boil, and the resistance began. 2."Reborn Little Lion": Huang Qian was reborn as a little lion in the African grasslands and felt the danger of nature. 3."Invincible King": Playing a game of King of Kings before going to bed and then transmigrating after waking up? Wait, why is it Arthur's [Holy Light Protection]? What's the use of a passive skill at the start? I want the ultimate skill [Holy Sword Punishment]. F * ck, zombies? Undead? Lich? Vampires? Sea monster? Specter Ship? Medusa? Hellhound? Mystic Dragon? Demons? Evil God? Why are they all such perverted missions? Looking at the mission panel, Du Long let out a wail… 4."Riding: Journey to the World": Because of a bolt of lightning, Clement was brought to the continent of Caradia under the rule of the Empire. At this time, there were only five years left before the emperor was assassinated and the empire fell apart. Building walls, accumulating food, becoming a king. He had wanted to develop steadily, but suddenly, a goddess who called herself Astria came to his door. It wasn't until the alliance army formed by the believers of the Snake Worship Cult and the heretic demons set foot on this land from the south bank of the Empire that Clermont learned about it. Conquering the continent of Caradia was just his starting point. (Aerial background, the world view is the Caradia Continent where you can hack one Pandega and hack two. There will be an introduction. You can read it without any obstacles even if you haven't played riding and hacking.) 5."Global Mutation, Starting with Black Snakes": The world is undergoing a subtle change, and a new round of life has begun to erupt. The forest boas that are regarded as totems by the tribes in the depths of the Amazon forest, and the giant octopus that has tentacles similar to snake heads that appeared along the coast of Japan due to the mutation of nuclear waste water, has been beautified as the Yamata no Orochi... Wang Su, who was born as a human, was reborn as an ordinary black snake. With the ability to mutate, he evolved step by step in the battle, leaving an immortal poem that belonged to him in the world. 6."The Mysteries: I Am the Chosen One of Fear": The Lord of the Mysteries 'Doujinshi, Original Gift Pathway. A huge blood-red figure was sitting on a huge bronze throne. Under the throne was a pedestal made of bloodstained corpses and piles of skulls. "Bring me more slaughter, and I will give you more blessings.“ Grad Kent accepted this gift and became the Chosen One of the Dreadful Abusers. ------ (No Female Lead, Slow Warming Type, No System, No Time Travel) The time was after the Lord of the Mysteries ended and before the Ring of Fate began. You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.

There were novels similar to Dragonheart: Book of Troubled Times, Author: Ji Cha 2:"Spiritual Realm Walker", Author: Xiao Langjun 3: The Tang's Table, Author: Jie and 2 4."King of Familiars", Author: Light Spring Flowing Sound Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation, Author: Mi Tian Building National Forensic Medicine, Author: Zhiniao Village 7:"Wait, Heroine." Author: Guan Guan Gongzi 8: Mantang Colorful, Author: Weird Cousin 9:"Hidden Dead Corner", Author: Get Lost Final Divine Duty, Author: Tuoba Goudan Beyond Time, Author: Er Gen "This Game Is Too Real." Author: Chen Xing LL Red Heart Sky Patrol, Author: What's the Matter? Ring of Destiny, Author: Squid Who Loves to Dive National Master of Ming Dynasty, Author: West Lake Encountered Rain Choose a Day to Ascend, Author: Otaku Pig 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?" Author: What's Wrong? Deep Sea Ember, Author: Yuantong Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of Demonic Martial Arts, Author: Wenplagiarism 20:"Who told him to cultivate!" Author: The Whitest Crow The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."Book of Troubled Times":"Book of Troubled Times" is Ji Cha's new novel. As the main character of a novel with multiple female leads, the author's performance is still stable. Moreover, his results far exceed other works and are unique. This book was very detailed in its description of emotions, and the plot of this novel had reached a new height. It was especially suitable for a novel with a Wuxia background. The author had spent a lot of effort to write the female protagonist, and she was well-portrayed, making it easy for people to remember her at a glance. The protagonist in the book repeatedly fell into the same strange dream. When he went to a supernatural divination shop to interpret the dream, he was dressed in a different world. At the beginning, he was in a village that was about to be slaughtered. Fortunately, he was saved by a chivalrous woman but was entrusted to the murderer. The protagonist could only die and join the demonic sect. The characters felt very good. Whether it was the wise and decisive male lead or the female leads, their personalities were very lively. He was a famous harem writer, and he was naturally very good at describing the interaction with beautiful women. The storyline was also very well paced, and there was no delay in the fight. The cool points in the book were even more unforgettable, allowing the protagonist to walk further in the Jianghu in his heart. in general 2."Spirit Realm Walker":"Quite disappointed, for now." Since ancient times, it was rumored that there was a Spirit Realm. Regarding the Spirit Realm, there were many different opinions among the famous people of the past dynasties. "From Qi to Tang, the mountains are desolate and the spirit realm is lonely. Few people visit." "Spirit Realm is hard to come by, but Ghost Craftsmen are hard to come by." 3."The Tang's Table":"The Tang's Table" is an unforgettable novel. With the Tang Dynasty as the background, the author presented a rich and colorful world of the Tang Dynasty by describing the adventures and growth of Yunchu. The plot was compact and fascinating, making one unable to extricate themselves. The writing was beautiful and the plot was compact, making one unable to stop. Although some of the chapters were a little weak, overall, this book was an excellent work. Whether it was a reader who liked historical novels or a reader who liked adventure and growth stories, they would find joy in this book. I recommend it to all readers who like novels. I believe you will be deeply attracted by this book. 4."King of Familiars":"King of Familiars" was a book with a rather old-fashioned theme, but the author had made some innovation in the background and structure, bringing new possibilities to the readers. The book was about familiars, and it talked about the male protagonist's superpower and the antler pendant with healing powers. The story was set in the early stages of the descent of familiars, giving people a novel feeling. The author's writing standard was also guaranteed, and the overall quality was good. The storyline was not just a routine, it brought new surprises to the readers. Although the content was not rich enough at the moment, there should be more exciting content to be presented. The author's new book was also exciting. He hoped that he could continue to be innovative in the direction of familiars and bring more novelty to readers. 5:"Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation": Multiple Female Lead: The game settings are the same, but the game has changed a lot after transmigrating. The author said that he was a newcomer, but his writing was quite good. In addition, there are some problems with this article, but I personally think that the flaws do not obscure the merits. It is worth reading. 6. National Forensic Medicine: Dragon Fairy Grass🌸 [It's worth a look][Recently promoted] The writing style of Zhiniao Village was very outstanding, with strong professional knowledge and very exciting and mature content. The plot did not drag on, and he felt that this book could become a new stage in his creation. The characters were full of charm. The main character only needed to dissect the "corpse" to gain experience and randomly obtain the "ability" of the corpse when it was alive. The protagonist used his golden finger ability and his own professional ability. Through fingerprint comparison, trace detection, footprint detection, blood stain detection, image enhancement, field investigation, forensic anatomy, and other criminal investigation abilities, they continuously solved the accumulated cases and homicide cases in the criminal police team. He also experienced the lives of the victims through dissecting the corpses. Life was heavy, life was light, and life was precious. In these horrifying, cruel, bizarre, or accidental cases, the protagonist and countless police officers defended the justice of the law day after day. Justice might be late, or it might be absent. However, there would always be people who would walk forward resolutely in order to uphold justice. This was a rare book that he wanted to read all night. [Manual top method]: It has been pinned once.🔝 50 likes for the next post. ------.----..---- ⭐⭐ ⭐都看到这儿啦，如果觉得还不错⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 🌸👇别忘了顺手点赞点收藏哟~♥(:3”∠❀)👆或关注 7."Wait, Heroine": Emmmm. .... The male protagonist is talented and the characters are well portrayed. The male protagonist's pet bird is very interesting. 8:"Mantang Colorful": The author's new book, historical text, the opening is very exciting 9."Hidden Dead Corner": Author of this book: Get lost, old author, eternal beast. It was obvious that the strength of the book was still there. In just 30 chapters, it could show the world view, main plot, and the character of the main character. I believe that if this novel doesn't collapse in the later stages, it will still be a very good novel. [Reward index: 3 (4.5 if it doesn't collapse in the later stages)] [Plot summary: A story of the protagonist who transmigrated to this world, struggling to survive under the threat of death from a dead corner.] The golden finger absorbed flowers to strengthen itself. The "blind spot" was similar to the "back room" mode. In the later stages, it would probably become an instance dungeon. [Goldfinger: By absorbing flowers to strengthen oneself. Different flowers strengthen in different directions and have different special abilities.] 10."Final Divine Duty":"Final Divine Duty" was a masterpiece of sci-fi ancient martial arts mecha. The author used a modern and fantasy background to create a world full of imagination. The story was compact and the writing was smooth, making people unable to stop. The main character was decisive and didn't act like a saint, leaving a deep impression on everyone. Although the missing persons plot in the story was a little toxic, overall, the book was very exciting and made people unable to stop. The only regret was that there were not many chapters, which made him feel like he had not finished. However, this book was indeed a work worthy of recommendation. It brought many surprises and fun to the readers. "Beyond Time":"Beyond Time" was a particularly good novel. It was a new novel with a big ear and was also the last of the trilogy. This book is not just a novel. It inspires people to think about the difference between life and death, and what is waiting for us outside of time. This was Er Gen's sixth novel after "The Rebel Immortal","Seeking the Demon","I Want to Seal the Heavens","One Thought of Eternity", and "Three Inches of Humanity". The theme of the book was heavy, but the author's writing was excellent, making people immersed in it. Although the quality of the later chapters needed to be improved, overall, Beyond Time was a novel worthy of recommendation. "This Game Is Too Real":"This Game Is Too Real" is a novel about Doomsday Wasteland + Summoning Players + Farming and Construction. The author has shown great skill in his creation. From the beginning to the end of the story, the plot flowed smoothly, and all kinds of fun points were concentrated. The relationship between the protagonist and the players was handled very well. This book is one of the best novels of its kind that I've ever read. I'm really looking forward to what happens next. Little Seven's character was also very impressive. His actions and choices were interesting and surprising. Although the background of the story was grand and there were many characters, the author cleverly connected the various characters and the plot so that the readers could follow the development of the story and feel the desolate and barbaric taste of the apocalyptic wasteland. The only regret was that the progress of the story was relatively slow, but this might be a common problem of the behind-the-scenes scene, and it was difficult to achieve perfection. In general, this book was one of the better novels of its genre recently. It showed the author's outstanding ability in character description, plot progression, and worldview construction. "Red Heart Sky Patrol": Strongly recommended, the story is very good. Every volume was a whole, and the twists and turns of each volume were so complicated that one would not be able to think of the end until they finished reading the first volume. The disadvantage was that it took too long to build up the foundation, and the overall situation was more depressing. It was easy to give up before seeing the climax. Moreover, it was too cruel. Life was already very helpless, so why did novels give people such a sense of helplessness? The story is very exciting, and the main characters are very full. Ring of Fate: The Secret World Part 2 In the year 1368, at the end of July, Crimson would descend from the sky. His heart was surging, his imagination was infinite, and he waved his hand against the wind. The young man was undefeated and hot-blooded! 15:"The Great Ming State Preceptor":🌟🌟It's not okay after I get out of prison, but it's okay in the early stages) No female lead, the protagonist's three views are okay, the author has dry goods, the main content is to see the protagonist in prison teaching the big boss to show off, for the greater Ming Dynasty? He felt that the author was still rather idealistic, so there was no one who did not criticize famous people and reduce the wisdom of the ancients. It was not awkward for the main character to act cool. After all, the author had the material, which meant the main character had it. Chapter 16: Ascending on an Choosing Day Author: House Pig [Type: Xianxia] <<Status: In Progress>> [Keyword: Cultivation, Inner Volume, Hot Blood, Pursuit of Freedom] [Reward index:]️️️️ Reason for recommendation: The opening Snake Catcher could be said to be a stroke of genius. There were many identities of the protagonists, from the Snake Catcher at the beginning to the Immortal Immortal, the bandit leader Xu Tianzun, and so on. Although there were many changes in his identity, the wildness in the protagonist's heart, his desire for equality, his pursuit of freedom, and his insistence on himself had not changed. Of course, under Master Snake's tutelage, the protagonist was still not good at communicating. If not for his strong skills, he might have been killed by the enemy long ago. If the spiritual core of the Book of the Shepherds was reform, then the spiritual core of the Book of Ascending was to live and recognize the true self. ---------- ---------- Introduction: As a snake hunter, Xu Ying had always been honest and diligent until this day when he caught a different snake… On the first day of the third month, incense was burning everywhere in the Divine Land. The statues that protected the villages, towns, cities, and counties woke up one after another to enjoy the sacrifices of the people. However, from that day onwards, the world was in chaos. This book is also known as "996 Immortal Cultivation","007 also cultivates","Inner Volume","Roll to Death","No F * cking Ascension","Good Pit","Pit Deep Pit","Help Me Up","When I was 35, My Blessing Came" and "The Appearance of Great Demon King Xu"! 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?": Struggle until you can't afford a house at the age of 38. You have to pay 300,000 yuan as a betrothal gift to get married. You have to live frugally for most of your life. It's so bad that your liver is broken. But where's the money? Who earned the money? Jiang Qin, who had been reborn at the age of 18 with countless grievances, opened his eyes and the only thought was to start a business and make money. The first step was to snatch back the love letter, turn it over, and write three lines under the school belle's shocked eyes: It was impossible to work now! He only wanted wealth and freedom, never to be a slave! As for love? Even dogs wouldn't talk about that! Personal Rating:️️ "Deep Sea Ember":"Deep Sea Ember" was a book that made people want to explore it. With a grand and mysterious worldview as the background, it skillfully blended humor and drama together, giving people a serious and relaxed reading experience. In this book, the author displayed his unique style of writing, distinguishing between dramas and comedies, giving people a sense of freshness. Although there were some problems, the author's progress in this area was obvious. Although some of the characters and disaster types in the book felt repetitive, the author reduced the perception problems caused by this repetition through detailed descriptions, such as the integration of religious culture and citizen behavior. The main character's invincibility also brought about a problem, which was that the mortals 'self-help seemed meaningless. However, if the protagonist played the role of an observer more, or only provided indirect help rather than directly solving the problem, this problem might be improved. In general, Deep Sea Ember was an enjoyable book, and the author's descriptions were fascinating. This book has become a good book that I've been reading recently. I hope it can bring me more surprises. 19."Cultivation in the Chaos of the Demonic Martial World":"Cultivation in the Chaos of the Demonic Martial World" is an unforgettable novel. With his unique creativity and superb writing skills, the author perfectly combined the immortal cultivation and the martial arts world, bringing a new reading experience to the readers. The protagonist transmigrated to the world of immortal cultivation and became a low-level spirit farmer. However, with the golden finger of the double door, he could transmigrate to the martial arts world with the power of demons. He used the spiritual farming techniques and the resources of the cultivation world to cultivate martial arts in the martial arts world, and then fed back to the cultivation world. This kind of innovative cultivation method made people's eyes light up. It made people look forward to the growth process of the protagonist. The author's writing was smooth and the plot was compact, making it difficult to put it down. Although there were some small flaws, such as the fact that the transmigration was not fully displayed, overall, this book was a good book worthy of recommendation. Whether it was a reader who liked cultivation or martial arts, they would be satisfied with reading. "Who told him to cultivate!" Who told him to cultivate? Author: The Whitest Crow [Temporarily Set: Food and fodder] [Anticipation: 3.5 - 4 stars] 1. The new works of the authors of the Dacheng period were still in a serious and amusing style. 2. The cultivation system was still the same as before, but from the progress of the character from mortal to foundation establishment in two chapters, you could tell that this was definitely not an ordinary leveling immortal cultivation text. 3. Perhaps because of the outline, the opening chapter was much smoother than the previous one. In addition to the high-quality storyline as usual (the entrance test of the River Spirit and the examiner, the nonsensical teaching of Big Sister, the elements of solving the case of the Painted Ghost, etc.), the overall reading experience was very comfortable and interesting. 4. The background of the Otherworld was also more creative. Whether it was the related settings of the Chamber of Commerce (and even insurance), the various facilities and missions in Dao Seeking Sect, or the various vivid demons and ghosts, they all greatly enriched the details of this cultivation world. <strong></strong> In this era of chaos, the Great Era was about to descend. It was highly recommended for those who had watched the previous game and felt that it was not enough. If you haven't seen the previous game, but want to see something light and interesting, it's also recommended to try it out. The reasonable party or the readers who only wanted to read the traditional upgraded cultivation novels should be cautious. [Picture] You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.