Historical fantasy is a genre that combines elements of history and fantasy, often incorporating supernatural or magical elements into a historical setting. Synonyms for historical fantasy include historical fiction with a magical twist, mystical historical fiction, magical realism set in the past, fantastical historical fiction, and supernatural history. Other related genres include alternate history, which explores what could have happened if a historical event had gone differently, and mythic fiction, which uses mythology and folklore to create fantastical stories set in the past. Regardless of the label, historical fantasy offers a unique and exciting way to explore and reimagine the past.