Well, probably doesn't make much
sense for you to give an opinion on
anything other than a pamphlet.
I would say RPGs count for experience on fantasy stories.
I disagree. As one of the major elements of a novel is the writing.
And, I was surprised, in this day and age, that the Potter books
were as moderately well written as they were (I stopped at 3 or so).
Indeed, I haven't been able to bear most fantasy/SF that's been written
since the mid 70's