Supertypes and subtypes

An optional classification system that adds genre-specific detail to your elements. This feature is in early development and will possibly evolve into a full template system.

Current Implementation

Elements can optionally include:

  • supertype - Primary classification within a category
  • subtype - Secondary classification within the supertype

Both fields accept any string value. Some pre-made default values are available for most categories.

Examples

Fantasy Character:

  • Category: Character
  • Supertype: Humanoid
  • Subtype: Elf

Sci-fi Location:

  • Category: Location
  • Supertype: Spaceborne
  • Subtype: Station

Important Notes

🚧 Draft Status

The current suggested supertypes and subtypes in the schema are:

  • Incomplete - Many categories lack suggestions entirely
  • Draft quality - Existing suggestions are preliminary
  • Not enforced - You can use any values that fit your world
  • Subject to change - Will be revised based on community feedback

🔮 Future Direction

This system is a placeholder for a more robust template system that will:

  • Allow genre-specific templates (Fantasy, Sci-fi, Historical, etc.)
  • Support custom templates for unique world types
  • Provide validation rules and restrictions for consistency

Current Usage

For World Builders

  • Use any supertype/subtype values that make sense for your world
  • Don’t feel constrained by current suggestions
  • These fields are completely optional

For Tool Developers

  • Treat these as free-form string fields
  • Don’t hard-code specific type values
  • Prepare for future template system migration
  • Consider and report how templates might enhance your tool