Great stories start
With great research
We help content creators, podcasters, writers and game developers, bring their visions to life with reliable historical research, mythology insights, and world-building support so you can spend more time doing what you love.
Thoroughly Fact- Checked
Your Creative Partner
Made for Creators Like You
Ways we support your work
Our Services
Whether you need historical accuracy, mythological depth, or a whole new world we've got you covered
Historical Research
We dig into the details so your story rings true. From ancient civilizations to modern eras, we deliver accurate timelines, cultural context, and the little details that make all the difference.
Accurate timelines
Cultural context
Primary sources
Era-specific details
Mythology Research
Every culture has stories worth telling. We'll help you explore gods, legends, and symbolism from traditions around the world all tailored to fit your creative vision.
Deity profiles
Symbolic meanings
Ritual practices
Cross-cultural connections
World-building
Building a universe from scratch? We'll help you create the frameworks, rules, and lore that make fictional worlds feel lived in and believable.
Universe codices
Magic systems
Political structures
Cultural frameworks
How it Works
From First Call to Final Delivery
Every project starts with a free consultation. We learn about your creative vision, define the research scope, and deliver results you can put to work immediately.
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Free Consulation
We start with a 60-minute call to understand your project, your creative goals, and the research questions that matter most. No commitment required.
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Based on our conversation, we propose a clear scope with deliverables, timeline, and pricing. You know exactly what you’re getting before we begin.
Research Scope
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We dive into primary sources, academic materials, and expert knowledge. Every fact is checked, every detail verified. Typical projects involve around 40 hours of research.
Deep Research
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You receive everything outlined in your package: research documents, timelines, character sheets, maps, bibliographies, and any other assets we agreed on. And we don't disappear after delivery. We continue working with you through ongoing consultation as you create.
Delivery & Support
Why vault nine research
Many creators rely on quick internet searches or AI summaries for research. The result? Superficial information that produces superficial stories, errors slip through, and details feel generic instead of authentic.
Here at Vault Nine, we do things differently. We dig into primary sources, academic journals, excavation reports, and specialist knowledge to produce research that’s rigorously fact-checked and ready for creative use. Need an accurate historical timeline for a video or podcast in ancient Mesopotamia? Detailed deity profiles for a mythology driven game? A full world-building framework for a fantasy series? We deliver the depth your project demands.
Beyond delivering research briefs, we’re your creative co-pilot. We offer ongoing consultation calls throughout your project to help you navigate complex historical and cultural questions as they arise. The result: richer, more believable worlds and stories that stand up to scrutiny without you spending months chasing sources.
Research That Goes Beyond a Google Search
Fact-Checked & Source-Backed
Every claim is verified against primary sources and academic materials. No guesswork, no AI hallucinations.
Tailored to Your Project
We don’t deliver generic research reports. Every deliverable is customized to your genre, tone, and creative goals.
Ongoing Creative Support
Research doesn’t stop at delivery. We’re available for consultation calls throughout your creative process.
Ready-to-Use Deliverables
Timelines, deity profiles, character sheets, maps, bibliographies: everything formatted and ready for your workflow.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of creative projects do you support?
We work with writers drafting novels, scripts, and serialized fiction; game developers building worlds, factions, and lore; podcasters and content creators who need credible historical or cultural details; and anyone whose creative work benefits from accurate, source-backed research.
How is Vault Nine Research different from using ChatGPT or Google?
AI tools and quick searches can give you a starting point, but they often produce inaccurate or superficial information. We work with primary sources, academic journals, and expert knowledge to deliver research that is thoroughly fact-checked and specifically tailored to your project's needs.
What do I actually receive when a project is complete?
You receive everything outlined in your chosen package: comprehensive research documents packed with verified facts, cultural context, and creative insights. Depending on your project, we also deliver visual timelines, deity profiles, character sheets, maps, bibliographies, and audio or video materials.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes. Every project begins with a free 60-minute consultation where we discuss your creative vision, define the research scope, and determine the best approach for your project. There is no commitment required.
Who we are
We're Here to Make Your Job Easier
Creating something amazing takes time and research can eat up a lot of it. That's where we come in. At Vault Nine Research, we handle the deep dives so you can stay focused on bringing your ideas to life.
Think of us as an extension of your creative team. We go beyond surface-level searches, working with primary sources, academic materials, and expert knowledge to deliver research that's ready to use in your projects.
Whether you're podcasting, writing a novel, designing a game, or producing a video, we're in your corner.
Ready to Begin?
Have a Project in Mind? We'd Love to Hear About It.
Every great collaboration starts with a conversation. Book a free consultation and let's figure out how we can support your creative vision.