Can fictional places be set in real locations?

Forests are great. The tall trees, the dappled sunlight, the sounds of wildlife. It can be a magical place for a fairy - tale - like story. Maybe there are hidden glades where magical creatures live. Or it could be a horror story, with the forest being a place of danger and the unknown as the character gets lost among the trees.

Yes, the Fargo series is set in real locations. It is set in the Fargo - Moorhead area, which is a real place in North Dakota and Minnesota. However, the stories that take place there in the show are fictional.

Yes, they can. It's a great way to give the story a sense of reality. Like in some detective novels set in New York City. The city's streets, landmarks, and neighborhoods become part of the story.

Sure it can! The real places add a sense of authenticity while the fictional characters allow for creativity and unique storylines.

Sure. Using real places in a fictional novel is a common practice. It gives the story a connection to the real world. However, you might need to be careful if you're depicting something negative about that place. You don't want to cause unnecessary offense. But overall, it can be a great way to ground your fictional story in a real - world context.

Yes, using real places can be a great idea. It gives readers a sense of familiarity and can enhance the credibility of your fictional world. Just be careful not to rely too heavily on them and make sure your story still has its own unique elements.

A really good 'Game of Thrones' fanfiction set in a fictional place is 'The City in the Clouds'. It's about a city that hovers above the known world of Westeros and Essos. The characters in this fanfic are from different houses and backgrounds, all brought together by the discovery of this cloud city. They must figure out how to interact with the strange inhabitants and deal with the power struggles within the city. Then there's 'The Abandoned Mines of the Iron Islands'. This fanfiction tells the story of a group that explores the long - forgotten mines beneath the Iron Islands, uncovering secrets that could change the fate of the Ironborn. 'The Mysterious Plateau in Slaver's Bay' is also great. It features a plateau that has its own unique ecosystem and society, and the fanfic shows how the main 'Game of Thrones' characters would interact with it.

In most cases, fictional places themselves are not copyrighted. However, the specific descriptions, names, and unique elements associated with them might be protected under copyright law.

Names of fictional places can potentially be copyrighted. This usually happens when the name is original and has a certain level of complexity or originality that sets it apart. But it's not an automatic guarantee and depends on various factors such as the uniqueness and the extent of creative input.

The choice of where to place fictional locations in real cities depends on various factors. It could be in abandoned or forgotten areas to create a sense of isolation, or in busy commercial districts to heighten the contrast with the fictional elements. Sometimes, it's also good to put them near natural features like parks or rivers to add a touch of tranquility.