The freedom of the fantasy writer over other genres

I think for the most part, writing fantasy fiction has the least restrictions. If you are creating your own world than there is close to NONE. Although if the story you write coincides with a story that someone else has written the restrictions are even more so. I use fantasy writing to GO WILD then I usually get ahold of myself and write something more true to life. I do not like when people CHANGE classic RULES. Like Vampire, Werewolf rules as in Twilight. I didn't mind the sparkle effect as much because the story wouldn't make nearly as much sense. But still if you are going to write a Vampire story stick to the classic rules. I know most wouldn't classify Vampire's as fantasy but it was the best example I could come up with at this moment. :o) - Tony

I wouldn't agree that Fantasy has no restrictions or rules. Since there are essential bits to make it a fantasy story. Also there really are no restrictions when it comes most genres. Your creativity can make anything change and alter, there is no need to use a formula. Many writers do use a set formula and do nothing else, but I think it comes off as bad writing.

I think the writer has the right to chose his characters and evolve the story anyway the writer wishes. That's the beauty about writing, the writer is in total control of the story, there are no boundaries when it comes to writing. The readers can be blown away by the stories, it doesn't matter what you are writing. Writers can cross the line, some people may not like the changes so, what they will be some that will like them.