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How to Improvise? Encounters
Every Story is a chain of Encounters. Discoveries & Crisis, punctuated by phases of Rest. Each Scene is an Encounter. How do you create surprising Encounters? Summary – 6 steps to memorable Encounters Define the Atmosphere Define the Issue Define the Stakes Define the Options Fight Negotiate Flee Define the Outcome Define the Aftermath Encounters…
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14. Where’s the Panel?
P:”…” R:”What are you observing?” P:”The Room’s layout.” He walks through the room in a grid pattern. He started from the bottom right of the room. And now walks along it in lines. Looking at the floor. The ceiling. Scrutinizing the walls. He passes through the room in a straight line. Get closer to the…
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How to Improvise? Coherence & Consistency
Coherence is defined by the presence of certain Elements. It is a Quality issue. Consistency is defined by the intensity/rhythm at which these Elements are used. It is a Quantity issue. Coherence & Consistency form a Cohesion. Summary – 6 steps to a Cohesive Story Create the Main Story. Write your Ending. Create 4 to…
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How to Write Mercenaries Stories?
Mercenaries are Versatile. They can appear in most Settings & Genres. They make for great Protagonists & Antagonists. How do you create Mercenaries with an attitude? Summary – 6 steps to a Mercenary Story Define the Character’s Origins. From her Origins, define why she became a Mercenary. Define the Type of Contract she will accept.…
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13. The Academy’s Museum
P:”Here we are at the Museum.” L:”You may be interested by their collection.” R:”Because?” L:”They have a section for Alatean Art.” R:”It must be closed to the public.” L:”You are guests.” R:”Afterwards…” L:”I’ll remind you.” P:”You play music here too?” L:”You seem to be surprised each time.” P:”Museums are supposed to be quiet.” L:”Isn’t it…
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