Write Away

Whenever I build a world, I start by writing a short story from the POV of a minor character. When I write fanfiction and find plot holes, I often find ways to explain them, like the mechanics behind the magic and so on, so beginning by writing is the best way for me to explore the world I'm making. I know some people fill out questionnaires and profiles, but I always get stuck on those. It's like living for a day in that world so that I get to know the place better.