Summer Camp 2020

July is here and my first Summer Camp has kicked off! This is also my first ever event on World Anvil so I'm doubly excited. My personal goal was to write all 33 prompts and get a diamond badge, and I'm happy to say I achieved that!  

Wonderful People

Here are the Summer Camp journals of some other lovely people! Check them out and share the love!
WASC 2020 Journal
Generic article | Jan 26, 2025

A collection of Summer Camp 2020 articles

Summer Camp 2020
Month long challenges | Nov 10, 2020
Summer Camp Journal - 2020
Generic article | Jul 9, 2020
Summer Camp 2020
Generic article | Mar 1, 2023

RiverFang's Summer Camp 2020 Journey!

Summer Camp 2020: Summary
Generic article | Jan 1, 2024

A summary of my work during Summer Camp 2020! My journal, if you will.

Summer Camp 2020 Journal: The Stream Is Nigh
Generic article | Jun 4, 2022

Summer Camp Preparation

Homework 1

Make a meta article for your world.
Meta
Generic article | Aug 3, 2020

Homework 2

Make an inspiration board.
Inspiration Board
Generic article | Aug 3, 2020

Homework 3

Make a scope article for Summer Camp.
Scope - Summer Camp 2020
Geographic Location | Aug 3, 2020

Homework 4

Make a primer for your world.

Summer Camp Articles

Prompt 1

Write about a myth or legend relating to a famous, long-lost item.
The Curse of the Black Swan
Myth | Sep 10, 2024

A romantic Seruic story explaining the superstition surrounding the unluckiness of black swans.

Prompt 2

Describe a valuable historical or ancient artefact in your world.
The Betrayer's Blade
Item | Feb 21, 2024

Used in the murder of a child, this dagger now reminds others not to follow that path.

Prompt 3

Describe an important religious leader in your world. How has their character changed the status quo?
Joshuan Rowe
Character | Sep 10, 2024

Joshuan Rowe was a young man who was responsible for the reformation of the priesthood of Nereus, the Lord of Water.

Prompt 4

Write about an apex predator in your world. How does it hunt and survive?
Wolf Shark
Species | Dec 7, 2023

Apex predators of the Grey Waters, these sharks hunt in packs to take down their prey.

Prompt 5

Describe a condition in your world caused by a drug or medicine.
The Red Death
Condition | Dec 7, 2023

A rare side effect of ingesting the extract of the bloodcap mushroom that causes the victim's bones to melt inside them.

Prompt 6

Describe an important celestial body or constellation in your world.
The Moon
Geographic Location | Dec 7, 2023

A natural satellite that orbits Etrea; it forms the basis of many myths and legends across the world.

Prompt 7

Describe a counter-culture in your world, something outside the mainstream culture of the place.

Prompt 8

Write about a rank or title that represents order in your world.
The Shields
Rank/Title | Sep 10, 2024

The personal, life-long guards of the High Lord Elenasia and his heir.

Prompt 9

Write about a building that has been reused and repurposed from its original design.
The Blushing Rose
Building / Landmark | Feb 21, 2024

A former brothel that has become a site of pilgrimage for followers of Nereus, the Lord of Water.

Prompt 10

Describe a commonly found document in your world - what's in it and what's it for?
The Adventures of Farrow
Document | Sep 10, 2024

An anthology of short stories about a young man named Farrow, written by Caleb Demory.

Prompt 11

Describe a common item that is used as a secret symbol in your world.
The Dandelion Vase
Item | Oct 18, 2020

Dandelions on a windowsill are a symbol of safe haven to the Koushan Mai.

Prompt 12

Describe a vehicle in your world that brings joy wherever it arrives.
The Blessing Boat
Vehicle | Sep 10, 2024

A horse-drawn boat that makes an annual journey down the waterways of Serukis, carrying Priests of Nereus.

Prompt 13

Describe how birthdays are celebrated in a particular culture of your world.

Prompt 14

Write about a secret code or cypher in your world: who uses it, and for what purpose?
Embroidered Correspondence
Language | Feb 21, 2024

Noble ladies in Serukis use this to communicate covertly to each other.

Prompt 15

Describe an elite or highly specialised military unit in your world.
The Storm Maidens
Military Formation | Sep 10, 2024

The personal guard of High Lord Sybrant, devoted to Thayer, the Lord of Air.

Prompt 16

Write about a material that is considered sacred or culturally crucial in your world.
Seruic Sapphires
Material | Sep 10, 2024

A gemstone that Serukis is famous for, traded all over Etrea.

Prompt 17

Describe a common old wives' tale or conspiracy theory from a region of your world. Does it hold any truth?
Cradle Ash
Myth | Sep 10, 2024

A tradition in some areas of Serukis, intended to protect babies from the Koushan Mai.

Prompt 18

Write about the events of a devastating natural disaster in your world, either past or present.
Sun's Hollow Landslide
Physical / Metaphysical Law | Sep 10, 2024

The disaster that swallowed the village of Sun's Hollow whole.

Prompt 19

Describe a location in your world that is brimming with diverse or bizarre flora and fauna.
The Draconic Caverns
Geographic Location | Sep 10, 2024

A series of winding tunnels below the Teeth.

Prompt 20

Write about an organisation in your world that has become so powerful it's above the law.
The Red Hand
Organization | Feb 21, 2024

A group held together by their hatred of the Koushan Mai, murderous in their intent.

Prompt 21

Describe a profession in your world that has always been, or has recently become, illegal.
Seruic Butchers
Profession | Sep 10, 2024

These back-alley surgeons are illegal in Serukis, though some still practice their bloody art.

Prompt 22

Write about the headquarters of an organisation in your world.
Temple of the Vigilant Flame
Building / Landmark | Jan 11, 2025

A large temple of Elian in Whitecastle, and the headquarters of the Burnt Men.

Prompt 23

Describe a settlement that is famous for a particular resource, product or item created there.
Sun's Hollow
Settlement | Feb 21, 2024

A village in the Lordship of Lord Vasey, famous for its production of cider and the landslide that destroyed it.

Prompt 24

Describe a law-enforcing organisation within your world and how they operate.
The Burnt Men
Organization | Sep 10, 2024

A sect of Priests of Elian that keep other priests of the Elemental Monarchs on the straight and narrow.

Prompt 25

Write about a food-focused event in your world and describe how it is celebrated.
Bounty of the Sea Festival
Tradition / Ritual | Mar 5, 2025

A festival held in Port Haven celebrating Nereus, Elemental Monarch of Water, and the successful conclusion of the fishing season.

Prompt 26

Write about a technology from the history of your world - is it lost to the ages, or did it shape the world today?
Seruic Ballistae
Technology / Science | Oct 18, 2020

A bolt-thrower that is a common sight on the high walls of Seruic castles.

Prompt 27

Describe any condition or disease for which a cure has recently been developed.
Pregnancy in Serukis
Condition | Sep 10, 2024

An exploration of pregnancy in Serukis.

Prompt 28

Write about the history of a settlement that was almost entirely wiped out and was then rebuilt.
Sailor’s Rest
Settlement | Jun 12, 2024

The seat of the Piper family. A lighthouse stands on the top of the cliffs, guiding ships along the coast of Serukis.

Prompt 29

Write about a species in your world that is bred or farmed for a high-value resource.
Seruic Cattle
Species | Oct 8, 2023

A sturdy species of cow bred for their warm wool, their meat, and their milk.

Prompt 30

Write about an unassuming character who secretly controls things from behind the scenes.
Ryker Ereth
Character | Sep 10, 2024

The younger brother of the current High Lord Ereth. The power in the shadows of the Frozen Keep.

Prompt 31

Describe a material in your world that is used as a source of fuel or power.
Yellowbark Oil
Material | Oct 8, 2023

Pressed from gulberries from the yellowbark tree, this oil is used as fuel for lamps across Serukis.

Prompt 32

Write about a famous agreement, contract or treaty that shaped the history of your world.

Prompt 33

Describe the events of a conflict that started due to unusual or unforseen circumstances.
The Bovine Debacle
Military Conflict | Oct 8, 2023

A short, bloody battle over the ownership of a bull.

Articles under Summer Camp 2020

Meta
Generic article | Aug 3, 2020
Inspiration Board
Generic article | Aug 3, 2020
Scope - Summer Camp 2020
Geographic Location | Aug 3, 2020
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