As I continue trying to home newer stories, I’ve been struck by the question: What is high fantasy? Some publishers say it’s any story set in a new world. Others say it implies elves and dwarves. Still others expect swords and magic as weapons. I wonder…what if we wielded ordinary objects that housed magic? Would we be in a high fantasy story? Or do we need royals for that?

Do you think epic fantasy and high fantasy are the same? If not, reply in the comments with the differences.