Quill&Steel
Notion Worldbuilding Template & Story Planner
Organize your world and start your draft in under 6 weeks.
The Notion Worldbuilding Template acts like your own living wiki, helping you set up the essentials fast so you can move from planning to writing.
In 6 weeks, you'll have:
- Your existing notes and ideas organized in one place
- A foundation for your magic system
- Key locations, cultures, species, and religions mapped out
- Core characters with arcs and relationships established
- A simple 3-act roadmap to guide your story
Instead of being trapped in worldbuilding paralysis, you’ll have the structure to start writing ASAP and the freedom to keep expanding your world as you go.
What is Notion?
This Worldbuilding System is built in Notion.
Notion is a free tool that lets you organize your ideas and story digitally—like Google Docs, your Notes app, and a digital planner all rolled into one workspace.
This Notion Worldbuilding Template is already set up for you. Simply create a free Notion account when prompted and click “Duplicate” to copy it to your account.
Refund policy
Since my products are digital downloads (like Notion templates and PDF workbooks), they can’t be “returned” in the traditional sense.
That said, your experience matters to me. If you run into an issue or feel a product isn’t the right fit, you’re welcome to reach out within 48 hours of purchase.
Refund requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and granted at my discretion.
Watch a demo of the Notion Worldbuilding system
“I was afraid if I looked for resources like what you offer that inevitably the uniqueness of what is in my heart would end up becoming homogenized… Boy was I wrong. The aesthetic, customization, and expansive features are not only thoughtful and efficient, but super engaging. I feel as though you have just given me a brand new way to step into my story, look around, and enjoy myself.” – Cully S. (Notion Worldbuilding Template & Story Planner)
The Notion Worldbuilding Template helps you
✓ Build a cohesive world that supports your entire story
✓ Keep characters, arcs, and magic systems consistent
✓ Outline your novel from Act I to the final chapter
✓ Plan and link your scenes and chapters
✓ Stay organized and motivated while you write
✓ Start drafting your book in under 6 weeks!
"It’s so helpful that I don’t have to think about how to structure my drafting and brainstorming! I can just focus on filling out the template with all of my world building and it’s so intuitive. Drafting has always been really intimidating for me but this is the absolute smoothest it has ever gone." – Kendra L. F. (Notion Worldbuilding Template & Story Planner)
What you’ll get with this Notion Worldbuilding Template
Categorized databases
Pre-made worldbuilding categories keep everything organized. From geography to cultures to magic systems and beyond.
Instant idea generator
Pre-loaded dropdown options for tropes, themes, genres, and more. Perfect for quick brainstorming.
Character templates
Track appearance, personality, relationships, backstory, internal conflicts, and character arcs.
Writing planner
Track goals, word counts, and sessions. Calendar view keeps you on track (and accountable).
3-act plot structure
Outline your story so you don't have to backtrack halfway through your story. Includes Save the Cat! beat sheet.
Magic system builder
Build a magic system that actually makes sense. Define rules, limitations, sources, and more.
Scenes & chapters
Keep your narrative flow organized with scenes and chapters that link to characters, beats, and locations.
Prompts & questions
Write deeper lore without running dry on ideas. Brainstorming built in and curated for fantasy writers and GMs.
Tutorial library
Step-by-step video walkthroughs for each section so you get the most out of each database. Ideal for new Notion users.
Frequently asked questions about this Notion Worldbuilding Template
Do I need to know how to use Notion to get started?
No! This Notion worldbuilding template is beginner-friendly and comes with video walkthroughs. Just make a free Notion account, duplicate the template, and you’re ready to go—no tech skills required.
How is this different from the Fantasy Writing Templates Bundle?
The bundle is a set of fillable PDFs and spreadsheets — great if you want simple, standalone tools. The Notion Hub is a fully digital, interconnected wiki that also works as a writing planner. See the full comparison here.
Can I write my entire novel in this Notion story planner?
You can! This fantasy story planning template includes a manuscript draft workspace, a scene and chapter planner, and a writing tracker—so you can outline, worldbuild, and write all in one place. However, please note that you can only export as PDF or CSV.
How is this Notion worldbuilding template different from others out there?
This Notion template is built specifically for fantasy writers, not generic storytelling. It includes custom-built + interconnected Notion databases, fantasy-specific prompts, a Save the Cat! beat sheet with examples, a magic system builder, character profiles, and more.
Will this Notion template help me if I've already started my novel?
Yes, especially if your worldbuilding is scattered or inconsistent. You can import your existing content and use the Notion worldbuilding template to organize it, spot plot holes, or expand your lore more efficiently.
✑ This template is for personal use only. Redistribution, resale, or sharing of the template or its contents is prohibited.