What are some other good tropes for a fantasy story apart from the common ones?

There's Atticus. It has a literary feel to it, like it belongs to a wise and moral character. And then there's Orion. It's not as common but is great for a character who is adventurous or has a connection to the stars. These names can make your boy characters stand out more in a story.

How about Dr. Lysander? It's not a typical doctor name and can give the character an air of mystery. Dr. Ophelia is also a great choice if you want a more literary - inspired name for a female doctor. And Dr. Thaddeus, which has an old - fashioned charm but is not very common.

Caleb. It's not as overused as some names but still has a warm and fatherly sound. It can be for a father who is hardworking and family - oriented. Another one is Ethan. It gives an impression of a modern and caring father. And there's Owen, which is a name that can be used for a father who is creative and has a bit of an adventurous spirit.

A less common but effective starter could be 'The night was pitch - black, and the only sounds were the stealthy movements of the enemy troops...'. This builds suspense and mystery. Or 'From the trenches, where fear and hope coexisted in equal measure, a legend was about to be born...'. This gives a sense of the emotional state of the soldiers in the trenches and hints at an extraordinary story that is about to unfold.

You could use 'phantasmagoric', which means having a fantastic or dream - like appearance, often in a disturbing way. 'Spectral' is another good word, referring to something like a specter or ghost - like. And 'crepuscular' can be used to describe things related to twilight, a time often associated with mystery and the transition between day and night in gothic literature.

Ghastly. This word can be used to describe a really horrible appearance or situation. For instance, a ghastly face emerging from the darkness. 'Shudder - inducing' is another one. It means that it makes you shudder, like a shudder - inducing scream in a horror story. It directly shows the physical reaction the horror element causes.

How about 'Zephyr'? It's not a very common name but it gives a sense of freedom and airiness, which could be great for a character who is carefree or has a spiritual side. 'Niamh' is also an interesting choice. It has Irish origins and a unique sound that can make your main character stand out. And 'Orion' is a name with a celestial touch, perfect for a character who is destined for great things or has a connection to the stars.

Ominous. It gives a feeling that something bad is about to happen. Then there's 'forbidding', which makes the setting or character seem very unfriendly and dangerous.

Scarlett can be a great choice. It has a bold and fiery connotation, suitable for strong - willed female characters. Another less common but interesting name is Juniper. It gives a sense of nature and wildness. Also, Ophelia has a tragic and poetic feel, great for certain types of stories.

How about 'Unseen Journeys'? It gives the impression that the stories in your private story are like journeys that no one else has seen. 'Secret Sketches' is also a good name. It's like your private story is a collection of sketches that are only for you to see. 'Hidden Reverberations' can be another option, suggesting that the stories have a hidden impact or resonance.