Lower Fantasy
(Stories that take place in our world but also include fantasy elements, such as magic)
Higher Fantasy
(Stories that take place entirely in a fantasy world)
Epic Fantasy
(Stories that feature epic quests, vast world-building, and a large collection of characters)
Cosy Fantasy
(Stories with lower stakes and feel-good vibes that focus on characters rather than adventure)
Dark Fantasy
(Stories that are either told from the perspective of an anti-hero or that feature strong horror/disturbing elements)
Dark Academia
(Stories set in an education setting with a dark fantasy twist)
Romantasy
(Romance-heavy stories set in a fantasy world)
Magical Realism
(Stories where fantasy elements are presented as ordinary parts of a realistic setting)
Crossover Fantasy
(Stories where the characters begin in our world but travel to a new fantasy world)
Lair of Reviews 