Fall of
Zoryas

Art Direction & Writing

Year

2024 - Currently

Role

Book Writer & Art Director

Industry

Fantasy Literature

Tools

Figma, FigJam, Obsidian, & MidJourney

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Creative Direction

Character Design

Web Design

Storytelling

Project 

overview

Challenge

Fall of Zoryas is an experimental dark fantasy project that weaves together multiple character-driven narratives within a meticulously crafted world.

The main challenge was to blend experience design, deep narrative structures, and AI-generated visuals into a cohesive, emotionally immersive experience.

Approach

This personal project aims to craft a multi-layered storytelling journey where mystical forces, cultural identity, and internal conflict converge.

It explores transformation, power, and legacy through dynamic character arcs and a rich, interconnected lore — brought to life through art direction, narrative structure, and visual worldbuilding.

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Different characters.

Different cultures.

Each character is designed to reflect their personal evolution and the unique cultural roots of their homeland — from sacred cities to untamed frontiers.

The visual language draws from distinct landscapes, traditional symbols, and attire, creating a strong bond between character, culture, and environment. Every narrative element — from architecture to language — contributes to the authenticity and emotional depth of the world.

Worldbulding & Narrative Depth.

Fall of Zoryas sets out to build an immersive fantasy world where every story arc adds cultural nuance and emotional weight to the broader narrative of Solvarea.

The central goal: intertwine personal transformation with collective myth in a way that makes the setting feel alive.

Through detailed worldbuilding, strategic storytelling, and culturally grounded character design, this project evolved into a layered saga where readers uncover mysteries, confront legacy, and navigate a world that feels both fantastical and eerily familiar.

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