Oathbringer
Brandon Sanderson
The Stormlight Archive, book 3
Average Goodreads rating4.7
Matched via its series
Book trope · 116 books
Epic Fantasy Trope
Epic Fantasy represents storytelling at its most ambitious and immersive, transporting readers to meticulously crafted worlds where the fate of kingdoms - or entire realms - hangs in the balance.
More about the Epic Fantasy trope116 Epic Fantasy books
0 are tagged with Epic Fantasy individually. The others belong to a series tagged with it, which doesn’t mean every book in it features the trope, so they’re marked “Matched via its series”.
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Rhythm of War
Brandon Sanderson
The Stormlight Archive, book 4
Average Goodreads rating4.7
Matched via its series
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Ruin
John Gwynne
The Faithful and the Fallen, book 3
Average Goodreads rating4.6
Matched via its series
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Speaking Bones
Ken Liu
The Dandelion Dynasty, book 4
Average Goodreads rating4.6
Matched via its series
- Multiple Perspectives
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Talons of Power
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 9
Matched via its series
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The Ballad of Falling Dragons
Sarah A. Parker
Moonfall, book 2
Matched via its series
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The Brightest Night
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 5
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The Dangerous Gift
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 14
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The Dark Secret
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 4
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The Flames of Hope
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 15
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The Golden Fool
Robin Hobb
The Tawny Man Trilogy, book 2
Matched via its series
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The Hidden Kingdom
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 3
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The Hive Queen
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 12
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The Hybrid Prince
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 16
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The Lost Continent
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 11
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The Poison Jungle
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 13
Matched via its series
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The Strength of the Few
James Islington
Hierarchy, book 2
Average Goodreads rating4.7
Matched via its series
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The Tempest Blade
Danielle L. Jensen
The Bridge Kingdom, book 6
Matched via its series
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The Veiled Throne
Ken Liu
The Dandelion Dynasty, book 3
Average Goodreads rating4.4
Matched via its series
- Multiple Perspectives
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The Wall of Storms
Ken Liu
The Dandelion Dynasty, book 2
Average Goodreads rating4.5
Matched via its series
- Multiple Perspectives
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Valour
John Gwynne
The Faithful and the Fallen, book 2
Average Goodreads rating4.6
Matched via its series
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Wind and Truth
Brandon Sanderson
The Stormlight Archive, book 5
Average Goodreads rating4.7
Matched via its series
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Wings of Fire
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 2
Matched via its series
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Winter Turning
Tui T. Sutherland
Wings of Fire, book 7
Matched via its series
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Words of Radiance
Brandon Sanderson
The Stormlight Archive, book 2
Average Goodreads rating4.8
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Wrath
John Gwynne
The Faithful and the Fallen, book 4
Average Goodreads rating4.7
Matched via its series
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Tropes that share the most books with Epic Fantasy
Series with the Epic Fantasy trope
29 series- A Language of Dragons S. F. Williamson
- A Song of Ice and Fire George R. R. Martin
- Between Earth and Sky Rebecca Roanhorse
- Blood And Ash Jennifer L. Armentrout
- Empire of the Vampire Jay Kristoff
- Fitz and the Fool Robin Hobb
- Hierarchy James Islington
- Lightbringer Brent Weeks
- Liveship Traders Trilogy Robin Hobb
- Mistborn (The Original Trilogy) Brandon Sanderson
- Moonfall Sarah A. Parker
- Songs of Chaos Michael R. Miller
- The Bound and the Broken Ryan Cahill
- The Bridge Kingdom Danielle L. Jensen
- The Broken Earth N. K. Jemisin
- The Burning Evan Winter
- The Daevabad Trilogy Shannon Chakraborty
- The Dandelion Dynasty Ken Liu
- The Dungeon Slayer Series Konrad Ryan
- The Faithful and the Fallen John Gwynne
- The Final Architecture Adrian Tchaikovsky
- The Inheritance Cycle Christopher Paolini
- The Kingkiller Chronicle Patrick Rothfuss
- The Lotus War Jay Kristoff
- The Powder Mage Trilogy Brian McClellan
- The Roots of Chaos Samantha Shannon
- The Stormlight Archive Brandon Sanderson
- The Tawny Man Trilogy Robin Hobb
- Wings of Fire Tui T. Sutherland
About the Epic Fantasy trope
Epic Fantasy: Stories on a Legendary Scale
Epic Fantasy represents storytelling at its most ambitious and immersive, transporting readers to meticulously crafted worlds where the fate of kingdoms - or entire realms - hangs in the balance. These sprawling narratives combine intricate worldbuilding, complex magic systems, and grand quests that span continents and generations, proving that sometimes the biggest stories are the most unforgettable.
What Defines Epic Fantasy?
Epic Fantasy is characterized by its scope and scale. These stories feature detailed secondary worlds with their own histories, cultures, languages, and mythologies. The stakes are typically world-altering - preventing apocalypse, overthrowing tyrannical empires, or fulfilling ancient prophecies. Plots often follow multiple storylines across vast geographical distances, featuring large casts of characters whose individual journeys contribute to a greater narrative tapestry.
Core Elements
The genre thrives on rich worldbuilding that makes fictional realms feel tangible and lived-in. Readers encounter complex political systems, detailed magic frameworks with rules and costs, ancient histories influencing present conflicts, and cultures with distinct beliefs and customs. Common features include chosen ones or unlikely heroes, mentor figures, magical artifacts, epic battles, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness - though modern iterations embrace moral complexity.
Why It Endures
Epic Fantasy offers complete escapism into worlds where adventure is possible and individual actions can change history. These stories satisfy the desire for meaning, purpose, and the belief that courage and perseverance can overcome impossible odds. The investment required creates deep emotional bonds with characters and settings.
From Middle-earth to Westeros, Epic Fantasy reminds us that the greatest journeys transform both worlds and souls.
Epic Fantasy Trope FAQs
- What is the Epic Fantasy trope?
- Epic Fantasy represents storytelling at its most ambitious and immersive, transporting readers to meticulously crafted worlds where the fate of kingdoms - or entire realms - hangs in the balance.
- What book series have the Epic Fantasy trope?
- Book series featuring the Epic Fantasy trope include The Faithful and the Fallen, The Stormlight Archive, Empire of the Vampire, Fitz and the Fool and Liveship Traders Trilogy.