I pretty much side with you on the philosophical discussion here - we are not born with an innate moral compass. But I do think we are a very social species which makes some form of altruism something I think we’d always need to create/maintain (and not just to avoid head bashing, though that’s a compelling reason lol).
“Selfless” acts (like helping others at the inconvenience of ourselves) create community which is ultimately necessary for our survival. But our being social also means we are molded by the rules of the group. So I do think in a brutal, selfish society, humans will get in line. Create a society that prioritizes community, and we’ve got a different story there.
Definitely given me a lot to chew on. As for your story, love the idea of picking up from a different character’s POV. I don’t think I’ve seen that yet in anything I’ve read, but it’s something I’d be enthusiastic about if I came across it. It’s a cool idea!
I completely agree. It's nice to hear your perspective on this. Yeah, it's going to be a fun and challenging story to write, but the new POV character is so interesting, I just have to get her side of things on paper.
The one that immediately springs to mind is Faith from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She was such a good character that Joss Whedon expanded her character. I'm into this. If it's a good character, people will be excited about it.
Sorry, I totally botched the explanation. Not the same timeline. A continuous timeline. The second book will pick up where the first left off. I will have to dip back into the first timeline with flashbacks or something of the sort, but not much. Those are great examples. Thank you, Sean. Yeah, I think the new MC is going to be a lot of fun to follow around for 300 pages.
I love the pondering. I think you're on the right track. I believe our values are evolutionary just like our physicality. In regards to your .ain't character idea, I think it's a great idea. Can't wait to read the second book.
I pretty much side with you on the philosophical discussion here - we are not born with an innate moral compass. But I do think we are a very social species which makes some form of altruism something I think we’d always need to create/maintain (and not just to avoid head bashing, though that’s a compelling reason lol).
“Selfless” acts (like helping others at the inconvenience of ourselves) create community which is ultimately necessary for our survival. But our being social also means we are molded by the rules of the group. So I do think in a brutal, selfish society, humans will get in line. Create a society that prioritizes community, and we’ve got a different story there.
Definitely given me a lot to chew on. As for your story, love the idea of picking up from a different character’s POV. I don’t think I’ve seen that yet in anything I’ve read, but it’s something I’d be enthusiastic about if I came across it. It’s a cool idea!
I completely agree. It's nice to hear your perspective on this. Yeah, it's going to be a fun and challenging story to write, but the new POV character is so interesting, I just have to get her side of things on paper.
The one that immediately springs to mind is Faith from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. She was such a good character that Joss Whedon expanded her character. I'm into this. If it's a good character, people will be excited about it.
Or more obvious maybe, the spin off of Angel.
But the same time line at the same time, that's maybe a bit different? Although they did a fair amount of flashbacks.
Sorry, I totally botched the explanation. Not the same timeline. A continuous timeline. The second book will pick up where the first left off. I will have to dip back into the first timeline with flashbacks or something of the sort, but not much. Those are great examples. Thank you, Sean. Yeah, I think the new MC is going to be a lot of fun to follow around for 300 pages.
I love the pondering. I think you're on the right track. I believe our values are evolutionary just like our physicality. In regards to your .ain't character idea, I think it's a great idea. Can't wait to read the second book.
Thank you! Can't wait to start writing it!