Anyone who enjoys the fantasy genre, be it either in movies, novels, or RPGs, has certainly imagined themselves in their favorite universes. The very nature of these environments is simultaneously refreshing and complicated, being starkly different from the painfully normal world of reality that otherwise takes up most of our perspectives and generates most of our experiences.
It's hard not to desire the enchanting forests, ravishing cityscapes, and zany kingdoms that are part of fantasy, even if in many cases, these worlds might not exactly be conducive to a peaceful lifestyle. In fact, it's often the innumerable challenges that make them so alluring to their readers, viewers or players.
Jumanji (Jumanji)
Granted that Alan returned to his world with immense happiness at having escaped the horrifying conditions in as proven by the recent remakes).
For instance, there are a variety of environments, from jungles to deserts to hills, and there also exists a surprising number of people who have constructed their own kind of civilization within the game. One caveat, though, dying in Jumanji three times is dying in real life.
Westeros (Game Of Thrones)
Of course, it would be a rather sad state of affairs if anyone suddenly finds themselves a foot soldier or a random peasant once they enter the continent of Westeros, but if one had control over their destiny, it would be prudent to transform into aristocracy or royalty.
This doesn't provide inviolable security, either, considering that the nobility also suffers painful fates depending on the situation, but it at least ensures survivability. Furthermore, who would complain about having three gigantic dragons as pets?
The Mind (Inside Out)
Riley's brain is an incredible location, especially since it contains a plethora of exciting zones. In addition to the Emotion Headquarters, visitors can also go to her Personality Islands, the Dream Creation area, the Imagination Land, not to mention her Subconscious and her Memory Dump for the more daring travelers.
One of the most amazing features, though, is the Abstract Thought section, which results in a rather complex trip for those who through it. Exiting with all marbles intact is no guarantee.
Tamriel (The Elder Scrolls)
The world built for the Elder Scrolls mythos is as detailed as it is throbbing with enchantment and wonder — and the continent of Tamriel is vast enough to avoid travel boredom altogether.
One could become an Archmage at the College of Winterhold in Skyrim, ing the Fighter's Guild in Oblivion, or obtain Tribunal Temple hip in Morrowind. More importantly, the sheer amount of magical spells, weaponry and armor is the key selling point.
Narnia (The Chronicles Of Narnia)
The gorgeous Kingdom of Narnia might have its own problems, but with Aslan's presence, there aren't a lot of issues to be dealt with. Visitors would enjoy meeting a vast array of fascinating inhabitants, from fauns to satyrs, as well as traversing the vibrant lands.
The most important factor in choosing Narnia, however, is that one would not age, regardless of their length of stay (but this is not necessarily consistent). In any case, there's always Aslan's Country to go to, should something go awry.
Hogwarts (Harry Potter)
To be clear, nobody wants to enter the Harry Potter universe as a Muggle, so it is safe to assume that anyone journeying to Hogwarts would possess the ability to wield magic. In such a scenario, there are no drawbacks to living here, except for the occasional run-in with Dark Wizards and threat of death.
But then Voldemort is already dead and has been for over 20 years, so such encounters are probably going to be a minimum. It would be essential to enroll at Hogwarts for seven years, but then there would be no more need to get up for the TV remote, not when there's Accio.
Pepperland (Yellow Submarine)
Pepperland is the dazzlingly spectacular utopia in The Beatles' Yellow Submarine (1968). It exists in a space of utter perfection, where no one undergoes agony or suffering, and where music triumphs above everything else (yes, even the evil Blue Meanies who want to destroy the place and empty it of its literal pigmentation).
Pepperland contains pyramids, blue hills, lush foliage, and is an all-out psychedelic universe. Then again, is it really a pleasant feeling to be happy all the time?
Middle-Earth (Lord Of The Rings)
In the First and Second Ages, Middle-Earth would have been a nightmare to live in, given the constant wars springing up between the various Dark Lords, their innumerably vicious minions, and the Elves, humans, dwarves and other innocent creatures populating the continent.
The Third Age is mostly peaceful, with Sauron diminished, but its conclusion involves a massive war, so that period is not the best bet, either. The Fourth Age, on the other hand, is the most ideal if one doesn't want to live under tyranny, while still getting to experience the delights Middle-Earth has to offer.
The Discworld (Terry Pratchett)
The Discworld is an improbable place, in that nobody can sufficiently predict what can occur there at any given time. There are mythical colors (Octarine), ridiculously inept mages, utterly despotic rulers, and a populace that couldn't care less for ideals or morality.
Nevertheless, roaming around on the back of four massive elephants located atop the Great A'Tuin sounds a lot of fun. The only problem, however, is that reality is not a sure thing on the Discworld, and it is shaped largely on its inhabitant's belief systems, so that could turn sour pretty quickly.
The Land Of The Dead (Coco)
The inimitably charming Land of the Dead is not a simple one to travel through, as Miguel finds out in the movie. Still, its various dimensions incorporate beautiful towns and buildings, many of which have been constructed over and along each other (in order to make space for the newly dead).
There are fabulous parties to attend, mystical alebrije to befriend, and the magnificent Marigold Bridge that appears on the Dia de Los Muertos. The souls that live here should really have a tourism option.
