World Departed

The tension between despair and moments of resilience really stood out. I'm curious whether this contrast was planned from the start or evolved during writing.

Their decisions often felt like they'd be what real people might do in such extreme situations. Did the author draw from specific experiences or situations to craft these moments?

The world-building felt so immersive and detailed—I'm wondering what sparked the initial idea for this universe and how much was developed before writing.