I want to get into writing again. Growing up I used to write a lot. I either wrote character histories or short stories based on games I was reading or playing. Once I started to write a novel. I never planned anything. I just had the urge to write, and whatever story came out, came out.
I miss that creative outlet, and I’d like to get it back.
So, the new goal is to write every day. I’m going to start at 1000 words and adjust from there. 1000 words a day, 5 days a week. I’ll give myself a couple of days off. I do need a solid number of days, preferably set days. I can’t say “as many days as I can” because I’ve been down that road before and it leads to no writing.
I can write more, as long as I hit my goal, but I can’t write less. However, if it turns out that I can’t consistently manager 1000 words a day I’ll knock it down to 500. I’ll have to try it out for a few weeks, especially once Eunice gets back.
And for the record, writing for this blog doesn’t count.
Today I hit more than 1000 words across three different files. I have started working on the background information for my Arcana Evolved game. I ultimately decided to switch from a handwritten journal to my PC for ease of editing. Unless I get extremely motivated and learn some mapping software I’ll do any maps by hand. Though I’m sure it is possible, doing maps in Microsoft Word sounds like negative fun.
I have had a few false starts before. The last real effort I made at writing was in 2002 when I banged out a short story. I’m not sure why I stopped writing at that point. I’m hoping that announcing my writing goal in a public forum will help keep me motivated.
My biggest hurdle will be, well, myself. I’m a perfectionist, and many times I let that stop me from starting something. I don’t want to do bad work in any arena, so many times I won’t start because I know the work won’t live up to my standards. I just need to remind myself that my standards are unreasonably high, and frankly, the first draft of anything isn't very good.
I will post campaign details as I can. As of this writing have decided I’ll use Ruins of Intrigue as the basis for the campaign, with some modification. Unfortunately I don’t yet have anything I can post. I want to do a player handout with house rules, character creation guidelines, and a mini-guide for Serran and The Diamond Throne.
I'd like to start the campaign in early August.
Now I just have to recruit players. Oh yeah, and do a whole lot more work on the game.
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If you want any help or a second opinion on anything, let me know, I'd be happy to give you my two cents, bro.
Good luck with the writing. I've found it helps to have not only a minimum goal but also an established time. I get a lot of work done after 10pm these days, since that's when Adara goes to bed.
And yes, first drafts are always rough. Don't worry about whether it's great yet--just get it onto paper/the screen. You can polish later.
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