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Project Brief: Ukrainian Adaptation of the Fantasy Series "Yggdrasil" Background: I’ve written a five-book fantasy series for young readers (ages 11–16). They are around 10-12,000 words EACH. The original version is set in York, UK, and follows Ava, a teenage girl who, after being abandoned by her stepfather, moves with her mother to a new city. There, she is drawn into a cosmic struggle between light and darkness. The books have already been automatically translated into Ukrainian. This is where you come in. Your job has three equally important parts: 1. Edit the existing text into high-quality, fluent Ukrainian — the language should flow smoothly and read like it was written by a skilled Ukrainian author. The text must also look clean and well-structured like it does in the first book. You must compare with the English original to see if there are any things missing or mistranslated. When you do this part, please note that these ********** markings constitute partitions in the chapters and cannot be removed without rewriting/restructuring the whole chapter. 2. Relocate the setting to Ukraine, Kyiv; rewrite and reshape the worldbuilding so that it blends Slavic and Scandinavian mythology, also with a smaller influence from Iranian and other traditions. 3. Make the books slightly longer by adding chapters and pages to the chapters. On average, each book should be at least 10 pages longer. Additionally, suspense needs to be added as my books tend to be quite predictable. This can involve changing the order of chapters on occasion or introducing twists such as one of the main characters being hypnotized and becoming a bad actor for a period of time. These changes need to be logical and well-planned. Suggestions: - More can be written about the main character’s daily life, school conflicts, etc. The school itself shouldn’t be magical like Hogwarts but may still have other magical groups operating behind the scenes. Ava needs to be careful because if they find her location, they may target her family or her team’s families when they least expect it. Also, the war is happening in the background, adding horror, drama, suspense, and realism. - The Russian government spreads anti-Semitic propaganda; it could be good if the children were to encounter some of this absurdity (e.g., Russia invading Ukraine under false pretenses). - The Norns (from Norse mythology) could become Doli (сестри долі), Slavic sisters of fate while keeping mystical traits from the original Norns. - Yggdrasil becomes Divine Oak (Божественний Дуб), inspired by both Slavic folklore and Germanic Irminsul but retaining Yggdrasil’s characteristics. - Shieldmaidens can be referred to as 'щитоноси' or 'амазонки' where appropriate. - Huscarls become 'богатирі,' reflecting heroic Slavic warriors. - 'The Creator' may be referred to as Perun while incorporating Zoroastrian elements like mystical elixirs or ancient relics for Iranian influence. * Please keep dreamworld episodes mostly unchanged as I love them. * Only relatively small adaptations are needed for imaginary worlds; focus on relocating real-world settings to Kyiv without overcomplicating things. Note: You may reuse 80–90% of the translated material but ensure at least 10–20% is rewritten or added. Automatic translations must also be carefully reviewed and corrected. The goal is to deliver a series set in Ukraine that is better crafted and slightly longer so I can present it to publishers and agents in Ukraine for potential contracts.
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With over 16 years of writing experience and a portfolio filled with successful creative works, I am the perfect match for your Ukrainian adaptation of the "Yggdrasil" fantasy series. Having checked through your project description thoroughly, it impressed me how detailed you were down to the very cultural inclusions you desired. My mastery in Ukrainian language coupled with my grasp on Slavic and Scandinavian mythology make me well-suited for this task—whether it's editing for high-quality fluent Ukrainian, reshaping worldbuilding or adding suspense. Moreover, my ability to both write and translate across multiple genres has prepared me to take on any changes needed to 'Yggdrasil' while keeping its core essence secure. I can seamlessly relocate the story from York to Kyiv, incorporating the requested mix of cultural & historical elements. Don't worry, the dreamworld episodes will remain untouched as per your request! Along with translations, I also promise careful chapter-comparisons which ensure no details are missed or mistranslated
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Ukrainian Fantasy Series Localization & Enhancement: Yggdrasil Adaptation Automatic translation into Ukrainian creates a foundational liability—fluency gaps, cultural misalignment, and structural inconsistencies require systematic correction before any creative expansion. This project demands simultaneous execution of four interconnected tasks: linguistic refinement to native-level quality, mythological recontextualization (Slavic + Scandinavian + Iranian elements), structural expansion (10+ pages per book), and narrative tension injection through chapter reordering and character complexity. Deliverables address publisher-grade standards: all five books edited for fluency and formatting consistency, setting relocated to Kyiv with authentic cultural integration, 10-20% new content added strategically (expanded school dynamics, propaganda encounters, character development), mythological framework harmonized (Doli/Norns, Divine Oak, богатирі), and suspense architecture rebuilt through careful chapter restructuring and antagonist layering. Dream sequences remain minimal-touch as specified. The war backdrop integration and anti-semitic propaganda encounters require nuanced handling—positioned to add realism without sensationalism. Turnitin reports and plagiarism verification included. Timeline and detailed chapter breakdown provided upon engagement.
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With years of experience refining academic writing and mentoring authors to unleash their fullest potential, I'm uniquely positioned to help bring your world-renowned fantasy series "Yggdrasil" to life in Ukrainian. As a skillful creative writer fluent in Ukrainian, I'm well-equipped to tackle the primary challenge of this project - expertly editing the existing text into a high-quality, fluent Ukrainian that reads like it was composed by a native. Rest assured, I'll respect the need for clean restructuring without removing any essential narrative elements or partitions. Lastly, I want to reaffirm my dedication to this project and deep understanding of its importance. Combining my love for writing with regard for cultural sensitivities, I'll handle themes like Russian anti-semitism with utmost sensitivity and respect. My commitment mirrors your own passion in maintaining the essence of episodes in the dreamworld and making modest adaptations to imaginary worlds while extensively shaping everyday lives in the real world. Together we can create a remarkable celebration of friendship, bravery, and the triumph of light over darkness – just as you envisioned! Empower me with this responsibility; let's mark a new chapter in Ava's journey.
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Affordable, Early Delivery. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★I hold a Masters degree which gives me the requisite background to handle writing from various subjects. I am a highly committed person towards my work. You can rely on QualityXenter for quality and consistency in writing. We never violate copyright rules. I have vast amount of experience in this industry since I am working from 2015 as a professional writer. I provide many modifications till to get your satisfactions. I have access to enough journals to use in your research project. I always produce quality work at VERY LOW RATES so, don't worry if you have a low budget for your work, I will be very happy to make a new client like you. I am producing quality work for my clients including ARTICLE WRITING, REPORT WRITING, ESSAY WRITING, RESEARCH PAPERS, BUSINESS PLAN, TECHNICAL WRITING, MATLAB, THESIS, ACCOUNTING & FINANCE work ETC. Go through my profile link https://www.freelancer.com/u/qualityxenter
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Hello! Nice to meet you on freelancer. I would love to take part in this project of localization of your fantasy books series. I’m a philologist, have a bachelor’s degree in English language, and Ukrainian is my mother tongue; I love myths from different parts of the world and, of course, Slavic mythology. The work seems to be very creative and interesting, so let’s discuss! Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Regards, Sophia.
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As a native Ukrainian speaker and an avid reader myself, your project, "Yggdrasil," hits home for me. I specialize in professional writing, editing, and translation services providing you with the advantage of not just accurate and well-structured content but also a keen storytelling ability. It's skills like these that will allow me to excel in not only editing the existing text but also reshaping it to blend Slavic and Scandinavian mythology flawlessly, thus giving it a genuine Ukrainian twist. Lastly, the current geopolitical situation between Russia and Ukraine requires sensitive handling of certain elements as mentioned in the suggestions which include encountering anti-Semitic propaganda. I assure you my extensive experience in translating politically-charged texts within precise cultural contexts will ensure that these elements are approached thoughtfully and accurately to maintain the essence of your storyline while addressing real-world issues tactfully. Allow me to bring your captivating fantasy series alive through impeccable translations fused with passionate storytelling specific to an intimate understanding of Ukrainian language and culture. The result will be an adaptation that not only retains but amplifies the excitement for both young and mature readers alike. Looking forward to adding another magical layer to "Yggdrasil" alongside you!
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Hi, You need a creative editor who can turn the existing machine-translated Yggdrasil series into fluent, natural Ukrainian while adapting the real-world setting to Kyiv and strengthening the fantasy atmosphere, suspense, and character development. I can carefully edit the existing translation while preserving the chapter partitions and keeping the dreamworld sections largely intact. I can also reshape the Kyiv setting, blend the requested Slavic and Scandinavian mythology with subtle Iranian elements, expand each book by adding meaningful scenes and chapters, and improve pacing and suspense without making the story unnecessarily complicated. The goal will be a cohesive Ukrainian manuscript that feels naturally written and suitable for publishers and agents. Please message me.
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Having recently led a project that required extensive editing and cultural adaptation of a fantasy series for young readers, I understand the nuances of maintaining narrative integrity while reimagining settings. The relocation to Kyiv and integration of Slavic mythology will be approached with precision, ensuring the language flows naturally and resonates with the intended audience. My execution plan includes a thorough review of the existing translations, followed by a structured rewrite that incorporates additional chapters and suspenseful elements. Regular communication will be prioritized to ensure alignment on character developments and thematic depth, particularly regarding the integration of real-world issues and mythological influences. Before diving into the full commitment, we will confirm the scope and success criteria through structured checkpoints, ensuring everything aligns with your vision for the series. Best regards, Lexi
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Hello! I am a native Ukrainian speaker with strong English skills, and I would love to work on the Ukrainian adaptation of your Yggdrasil series. I understand that this project goes beyond correcting an automatic translation. I would carefully compare the Ukrainian text with the English original, correct mistranslations and unnatural wording, and make the Ukrainian version fluent and engaging for young readers. I am especially interested in the creative adaptation: relocating the setting from York to Kyiv, naturally incorporating Ukrainian culture and Slavic mythology, expanding scenes and character interactions, and adding suspense while preserving the logic and atmosphere of the original story. I would work book by book to maintain consistency across the entire series and follow your instructions regarding the dreamworld, chapter structure, and mythology. I would also be happy to complete a short sample first so you can evaluate my Ukrainian writing and adaptation style before we begin. Thank you! I would be happy to discuss your vision for the series.
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Hello, I have an experience with writing and editing as well as proofreading. I was born in Ukraine and could adapt your fairy tales to Ukrainian readers. I response quickly and would be glad to discuss details.
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I'm native speaker Ukrainian with strong creative writing skills. I'm addicted to reading a lot, so I think I'm a perfect candidate for this task.
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Hello, Thank you for inviting me to this project. I have read both the project description and the attached instructions carefully, and I understand that this is much more than proofreading an automatic translation. I can work on the Ukrainian adaptation across all four areas you described: editing the existing translation into natural, fluent Ukrainian while checking it against the English original; relocating the real-world setting to Kyiv; adapting the mythology while preserving the core Yggdrasil worldbuilding; and adding new material and suspense where it strengthens the story. I also understand the points you want preserved, particularly the dreamworld sequences and the structure of the imaginary worlds. The Ukrainian setting, school life, cultural references, mythology, and new scenes should feel organic rather than simply being substituted word for word. Because this is a five-book series of roughly 50,000–60,000 words plus new material, I would prefer to work through it systematically, book by book, so terminology, character voices, mythology, and continuity remain consistent throughout the series. I am based in Ukraine and can work directly with Ukrainian-language material and the cultural context required for the adaptation. Thank you for considering my bid.
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Good morning! Thank you for inviting me to participate in this project. It sounds really interesting! I’m a native Ukrainian speaker currently living in Kyiv, so I’m familiar with Ukrainian culture and everyday life. I’m particularly interested in the creative writing part of the project, and I’d love to learn more about what this role would involve. Could you please tell me a little more about the creative writing tasks and what would be expected from me?
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