[header] How to create an epic fantasy story [title] Outline your plot. [step] Many novice fantasy authors rely too heavily on the fantastical elements of the story and neglect to develop the actual story itself first. Before you can write a compelling piece of fantasy fiction, though, you'll need all the elements of a strong and compelling plot. 
For this reason, it may be helpful to create at least a skeletal outline to help you track what happens and to whom in your story. [substeps] Every plot should have some element that sets the story in motion.