a NOVEL idea.

[Raephire]

This game offers plenty as well as "permanent" loss, so I have an idea.

A few writers will be "Story Keepers" who write stories about the events that actually take place in the game, a sort of fact/fantasy. Kingdoms rise and fall, drama occurs between people, it would also encourage roleplaying.

The Story Keepers would record the events as best they can from their areas of the world and convert the events into a novel format. This will not always come out with an actual novel but look at it this way.

We want this game to stay free, but we also want it to remain up, and continue to grow - Publishing Novels based on the actual events occuring within a game, that has permanent changes available is, quite simply, Unprecedented.

The revenue made from publish the stories could be shared to varying degrees amongst those who have taken a role in the novel - But remember people, have FUN. and this won't be a way to make an income, not for players, not for the writers.

The players get acting experience - You can use that in resumes and get contacts within the acting community aswell as develop a portfolio
The writers develop their portfolio and become more well known in the world, this means that they are much more likely to publish their own stories down the line.
The developers of the game receive a suitable income possibly enough to keep the game running well.

So what does everyone think? I have been sitting on this concept for YEARS. I was planning to develop my own game to base this on but Haven and Hearth has come before.

REMEMBER people, we wouldnt be the only people buying these novels, and this idea - which is MINE (greedy) would catch on like wildfire and haven and hearth will grow in popularity, as well as the novels and anyone involved from the beginning.

[Yolan]

I feel bad saying this because you are so enthusiastic... but money doesn't grow on trees. I can't see how fan fiction could possibly form a real source of revenue for us. Sure, you could get people to 'donate' in exchange for some H&H fiction, but those same people would most likely be wiling to donate some money to the dev's anyway because they appreciate their hard work. And as for 'selling' 'novels' based on events that occured in H&H to people who have never heard of or played the game.. good luck!

I don't mean to be Mr. Negative here. If you are excited by writing, go for it. And if you can find some like-minded individuals here who share your interest, then that's great. I for one would like to see stories emerge out of this world as players build their own lore. They would be a fantastic contribution... just not of a financial kind I'm afraid.

[sami1337]

It's a good idea, but impossible to publish.

[Raephire]

I feel bad saying this because you are so enthusiastic... but money doesn't grow on trees. I can't see how fan fiction could possibly form a real source of revenue for us. Sure, you could get people to 'donate' in exchange for some H&H fiction, but those same people would most likely be wiling to donate some money to the dev's anyway because they appreciate their hard work. And as for 'selling' 'novels' based on events that occured in H&H to people who have never heard of or played the game.. good luck!

I don't mean to be Mr. Negative here. If you are excited by writing, go for it. And if you can find some like-minded individuals here who share your interest, then that's great. I for one would like to see stories emerge out of this world as players build their own lore. They would be a fantastic contribution... just not of a financial kind I'm afraid.

That's the thing, it wouldn't be fanfiction. They would be licensed novels authentically published in full and sold at book stores.

[Manbearpig]

lol.. soon in book stores;
"The greifers that shut down a village in H&H online"

"The Alt Account theif from Brodgar"

"Spawn killed by justice - a H&H story"


good luck, I'm sure loads of people would purchase!!!!!

The players get acting experience - You can use that in resumes and get contacts within the acting community aswell as develop a portfolio

"Roleplayed in a video game 2009" ok!

[sami1337]

Yeah it all depends on how you put it. I can make anything sound negative like that.

[Raephire]

It's a good idea, but impossible to publish.

Impossible to publish only if the concept is shot down.

All events taken place in the game can be converted into a novel worthy event to a degree, using slight exaggeration.

Still there isn't enough events occuring in game right now, there's only a few cities.

[Manbearpig]

Yeah it all depends on how you put it. I can make anything sound negative like that.

Pretty sure the stories would suck ass lol.. you could however publish this thread and sell it as a comedy.

Can we have a honest opinion from 1 of the devs on this subject?

[kimya]

Pretty sure the stories would suck ass lol.. you could however publish this thread and sell it as a comedy.

so youre a hell of a writer, huh? instead of being rude and mocking around you could either be quiet or contribute somthing constructive.

[Krantarin]

I sort of like the idea. It's true, it would be tough to publish. Most of us are not good enough writers. But if a few were to take this on as a private project, writing stories that were based in a world very, very similar to H&H... It might be a good idea. Either way, it's something that Raephire and perhaps some other players should pursue outside the game.