Since the turn of this century, the development of digital and visual forms of written literature has increased compellingly. Fantasy fiction is one such genre that has spawned a slew of several films, web series, comics, and video games over the years. The visual display of all the magic and supernatural features appears to be attracting a lot of attention and appreciation from people of all ages. In the present time of computers and technology, digital and visual media are great motives behind the distinguished success and praise that fantasy fiction receives, which in turn pushes and further motivates the production of more fantasy fiction. For example, the transformation of the book series ‘Harry Potter’ into a movie series, proved to be extraordinarily successful. The series became a global phenomenon and, hence, motivated many other fantasies of contemporary times. Writers tend to write and produce more modern fantasy fiction as a result of the buzz and attention that the visual and digital media generates for fantasy fiction.
In research from Besson, the twentieth century’s ‘golden age of illustration’ of England and America produced the greatest fantasy fiction illustrations of all time, such as Tolkien chose Pauline Baynes (1922-2008) drew Farmer Giles of Ham (1949), and The Adventures of Tom Bombadil, whereas C.S. Lewis chose her to illustrate The Chronicles of Narnia (1950-56). Influenced by this use of digital media to portray the magical elements of fantasy fiction, the young generation of contemporary time tends to showcase their works through modern technology and advanced software. Randy Vargas, Anato Finnstark, John Grenier are some modern-day illustrators who earn praise for their distinguished designs and concepts globally. The praise and hype received by such illustrations tend to motivate and push writers and other artists to produce more fantasy fiction.
Role-playing video games add to the amazing reception and review of fantasy fiction. Role-playing games such as Advanced Dungeons & Dragons, released in 1988, and later video games have also inspired a slew of series that introduce readers to the mythical worlds. The video game business has always had a strong connection to fantasy, seeking to allow players to delve further into imaginative worlds. Many popular fantasy role-playing games, such as Wizardry, Ultimo and, Might and Magic, have grown into long-running franchises.
The ability of digital media to showcase fantasy fiction in the form of TV series, web series, movies, and documentaries are undeniable. Every year, films based on this genre earn billions of dollars from all across the globe. They have an audience of all age groups and hence are very successful. TV series such as The Magicians, Vampire Diaries, and The Game of Thrones present an unreal world of magic and supernatural elements. They become a global phenomenon and produce hysteria among the viewers. Movies such as Harry Potter and Twilight are now almost considered classics for their undisputed fame and success.
To sum up, the importance of digital and visual media in encouraging the creation of more contemporary fantasy fiction cannot be overstated. Videos, pictures, games, graphics, TV shows, films, and online series have all helped to introduce people to new unreal magical worlds. Hence, technology, advanced software, and devices have paced up this field of fiction.
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