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Questions about creating and using names. Note that questions asking people to come up with names for you are off-topic.
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Do you have to explain why you're using German and Latin names in a novel?
No, But Be Careful When Using Invocation:
I can't really dispute Sciborg's answer, but I do think it deserves an addendum. The use of German or Latin place names, characters, etc. can be completely co …
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Should I name my characters based off of their personality?
Why Not?
Personally, I LOVE making things in my writing with double meaning, loading with foreshadowing, and integrating mythic significance. I'm not the only one. Your readers will either NOT notice, …
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Is there a more modern version of "Acme", as a common, generic company name?
Sure!
There's always one. This site is a great list, but here are a few:
Umbrella Corporation (Resident Evil)
Innovative Online Industries (Ready Player One)
Wayne Industries (DC)
Oscorp, Stark Indus …
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How can I distinguish between the same character from different universe with the same age?
Different Strokes for Different Folks:
Since you are going with parallel universes, the sky is the limit - which is to say, Apollo and Helios can be the same god in different cultural traditions. How …
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Dealing with annoying quirks: Long names
Pet Names/Convenient Initials:
The MC can have pet names for everyone, and in third person everyone is called the pet name. But when someone is formally addressed, it's by their full name. So Alejandr …
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Can I use the name of a character if they have totally different traits?
Be a good Kalkiite!
It sounds like you are NOT trying to use the Roth character as a base. So you are golden. There are millions of Michaels, Stevens (in all variations) and even hundreds of Roths, Ro …
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When is it better to use a real life versus a generic fast food company name when talking ab...
Avoiding Hot Water:
Sonic and Taco John's are actually more wide-spread, but I get the point. People in the region are likely to get oblique references (Mount Rose MN vs. Rosemount MN in the movie Dro …
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