====== Creating Worlds ======

Creating a **World** is a prerequisite to playing a story—unless you are using a **Workshop World**. Worlds serve as the foundation of an adventure, containing **[[:npcs|Characters]], Locations ([[create:areas|Areas]] and [[create:points|Points]]), Items, Enemies ([[:mooks|Mooks]]), and more**.

Worlds offer extensive customization options, but first, let's go through a **quick-start guide**.

==== Tip: Learn from Existing Worlds ====

It’s recommended to look at the official Worlds in the World Editor to see how they’re constructed. For example, the **Tutorial** can be copied from the Workshop to your Worlds List by pressing the three dots icon in the top-right corner of the world card, then opening it in the editor. This will help you understand [[create:z_levels|Z-Levels]], [[create:gateways|Gateways]], [[create:points|Transitions]], [[create:areas|Walled Areas]], [[create:zones|Zones]], and more.

==== Quick-Start Guide: Setting Up a World ====

The first recommended step is to **create a beginning Area** that will serve as the "Overworld"—the largest containing area for the entire World. This could be a **galaxy, planet, region, city, or any large-scale setting** that defines the scope of the adventure.

1. **Creating an Overworld Area**:
   * Right-click on the map and select **New [[create:areas|Area]]**.
   * Enter a **name** and select an **area type**.
   * Switch to **Extras** tab and turn on **Overworld**.
   * Click **Save**—other details can be added later.

2. **Adjusting the Area**:
   * The new Area will now be visible on the map.
   * Zoom in, right-click the Area, and select **Move/Resize Area**.
   * Drag the handles to resize the Area. **Hold Shift** to maintain a square aspect ratio.

3. **Understanding Scale**:
   * Check the **total square KM** displayed at the top of the screen when zoomed in.
   * Ensure it fits your vision (e.g., a **city shouldn’t be too large or too small**).
   * Example: **100km² = 10km × 10km = 62 square miles**.

4. **Adding Sub-Areas and Points**:  
   * **Sub-Areas** can be used to divide the Overworld (e.g., districts in a city).  
   * **[[create:points|Points]]** represent **specific locations** (e.g., Taverns, Inns, Guild Halls).  
   * General rule: **Areas** contain locations, while **Points** are individual locations.  
   * A large location (e.g., a University) can be:  
      * An **Area** containing multiple **Points** (faculty buildings).  
      * A **single Point** representing the entire university.  
   * **Important:** At least one **Point** should have the **"Starting Location"** option checked—this ensures that when beginning a story, there is a designated place for the [[:players|Player]] to start.  

5. **Finalizing Basic Scaffolding**:
   * Once the **Overworld, Sub-Areas, and Points** are set up, further customization is available via the **Edit World Info** button in the top-right **Settings panel**.

==== Customizing the World ====

Customization options allow world builders to tailor their Worlds in-depth.

**Basic Tab**:
   * Define **allowed character races**.
   * Adjust **World Boundaries** (should generally remain at default, even if unused).

**Customization Tab**:
   * Set **style prompts** for **characters, locations, and item images**.
   * Adjust **Ambience settings** (select music/ambience tags).
   * Configure **custom Calendar settings** (starting year and date).

**Modules Tab**:
   * **Daily Events** – Enable AI-generated daily events.
   * **Fast Travel** – Allows travel between locations using the `/travel` command.
   * **PC Recognition** – NPCs initially refer to the Player as a **stranger** until introduced.
   * **NPC Knowledge System** – Dynamically scales NPC knowledge.
   * **NPC Proactive Behavior** – Enables NPCs to act proactively.
   * **NPC Roles** – Assigns **role-based behaviors** to NPCs.
   * **Tracked Variables** – Allows custom character-based variable tracking.
   * **Magic System** – Configure settings for **magic mechanics**.

**Instructions Tab**:
   * Advanced users can modify **AI behavior** by adding **custom instructions** to different system helpers.

With this setup complete, you now have a fully functional **World framework** ready for deeper customization and storytelling.