Zach Watson (@watson-kat.bsky.social)

Black, the color of Necromancy and death, isn't a terribly popular one in Saerda. It certainly made waves when the Elves of the Garrison took it up as their favorite shade for their dresses and suits. #NovemberWorldbuilders #IndieAuthor #Writing #WriteSky #WorldBuilding

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Nov 7, 2025 – World Building Week 1: Colors - Something in your world that is Black Warblades of Saerda Black huh.... well, 'Black Souls' are the official religious term for Necromancers, so that's definitely something. How such persons acquire their power isn't commonly known, and few Necromancers or high ranking officials in the Church or Custodian Order feel like sharing either. Art by Shon Oh, and Maeve started something of a fashion war by favoring black dresses and dark makeup to the Grand Tournament's ball, something echoed by her fellow elves. http://zachwatsonauthor.com/2025/11/07/nov-7-2025-world-building/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social