Dark subgenre tales overlap with with 'horror,' and/or feature a gothic atmosphere. Michael Moorcock's "Elric" stories are often cited as examples.
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Fantasy Sub-Genre Definitions
Non-FictionExactly what the title says it is, these are the definitions of the many sub-genres of fantasy writing. Come here if you are unsure of how to classify your story!
Dark Fantasy
Dark subgenre tales overlap with with 'horror,' and/or feature a gothic atmosphere. Michael Moorcock's "Elric" stories are often cited as examples.
