Adrian Tchaikovsky talks Alien Clay, Days of Shattered Faith, TTRPGs & More | SFF Addicts Ep. 133
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Doctor Who
Adrian Tchaikovsky's early fascination with Doctor Who significantly shaped his interest in science fiction literature. Growing up, he immersed himself in the Doctor Who novelizations, which were abundant and readily available at his local library. These stories, along with Star Wars, became his foundational franchises, sparking his love for sci-fi and fantasy.
I very much cut my teeth on Doctor Who. Certainly, the target Doctor Who novelizations were basically my early reading fare.
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This early exposure to imaginative worlds and storytelling laid the groundwork for his future endeavors in writing 1.
RPG Influence
Role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons and Warhammer have been pivotal in Adrian Tchaikovsky's development as a writer. His journey into writing was deeply rooted in his experiences as a role player and games master, where he honed his skills in world and character creation. This background provided him with a robust framework for storytelling, allowing him to craft intricate worlds for his readers.
My writing 100% comes out of role-playing. I was a keen role player and especially a games master way before I started writing.
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The transition from role-playing to writing prose was a natural progression, as he realized the potential to expand his creative skills to a broader audience 2 3.
