: Re: How do I write an uneducated character with a genius level intellect in a medieval society? I am currently writing a medieval (low fantasy) novel set in a society akin to that of Western Europe

Medieval men typically worked a trade. Make him gifted in his trade so that commoners come from miles around to acquire his goods. Even nobility have heard of his skills.

You can add artistic mastery to the trade. Like a blacksmith who makes not only the mightiest swords but carves the most amazing Celtic knotwork into the hilt.

He can also be a gifted problem solver. People ask him advice. He solves aggressive conflicts with peaceful determination.

He is cultured in that he believes in love and enjoys music. He rarely drinks, and he's funny when he does.

You basically want a very likeable character who excels at everything he does except for perhaps his fatal flaw.

It also opens the door for some young princess to teach him how to read (a la The Belgariad).

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