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Fact check: What are the fantasy curse words in will of the many
1. Summary of the results
Based on the analyses provided, there is limited specific information about fantasy curse words in "Will of the Many." Only one source directly addresses this query, identifying "Rotting gods" as a fantasy curse word from the book [1]. This source also discusses curse words from other fantasy series including Malazan, Cosmere, and Discworld [1].
The other sources provide broader context about fantasy curse words in general. One analysis ranks 10 examples of made-up curse words from various science fiction and fantasy works, including "Smeg" from Red Dwarf, "Frak" from Battlestar Galactica, and "Gorram" from Firefly, but does not specifically mention "Will of the Many" [2]. Another source explores the historical context and literary purpose of profanity in fantasy writing, discussing how authors use curse words to add depth and realism to their fictional worlds [3].
2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints
The analyses reveal significant gaps in addressing the original question. While one source mentions "Rotting gods" from "Will of the Many" [1], there is no comprehensive list or detailed exploration of the curse words specifically used in this book. The question seeks multiple fantasy curse words from the work, but only one example is provided.
The broader context shows that fantasy curse words serve important literary functions - they help establish world-building authenticity and character development [3]. Authors across the genre have created memorable profanity that has become iconic among fans, as demonstrated by the ranking of curse words from various franchises [2]. This suggests that "Will of the Many" likely contains more curse words than just the single example identified.
3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement
The original question itself does not contain misinformation or bias - it is a straightforward inquiry about specific content from a fantasy novel. However, the limited information available in the analyses suggests that either:
- The book may not contain many distinctive fantasy curse words beyond "Rotting gods" [1]
- The sources analyzed may not have comprehensive coverage of the book's content
- The curse words in "Will of the Many" may not have gained the same recognition or discussion as those from more established fantasy franchises like those mentioned in the rankings [2]
The absence of detailed discussion about "Will of the Many's" curse words in sources that extensively cover fantasy profanity [2] [3] could indicate that this particular work either uses conventional profanity or has not yet achieved the cultural impact necessary for its invented curse words to be widely catalogued and discussed.