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Logline Start with a concise one- or two-sentence summary that encapsulates the central premise, genre, and main conflict of your story.

Settings Mention the time period, specific location, or any unique world-building elements that set the stage for your narrative.

Protagonist Introduce your main character or characters, highlighting their goals, motivations, and any distinguishing traits or conflicts they face.

Inciting Incident Outline the event or catalyst that launches your story into motion and propels your protagonist toward their main objective.

Conflict Identify the primary obstacle or antagonist that stands in the way of your protagonist's goal. Highlight the stakes and the challenges they must overcome.

Rising Action One Rising Action One typically occurs at the end of act one, Highlight the key plot points, turning points, and character development that occur as the story progresses, leading to the climax.

Rising Action Two Rising Action Two typically occurs in the middle of act two.

Rising Action Three Rising Action Three, when it occurs, is typically at the end of act two.

Plot Twists Highlight any unexpected turns, surprises, or revelations that add complexity and depth to the story.

Subplots If applicable, mention any secondary storylines or subplots that intersect with the main narrative and contribute to the overall story arc.

Character Development Showcase how the characters evolve, change, or grow over the course of the story, particularly the protagonist and any key supporting characters.

Climax Describe the highest point of tension, where the main conflict reaches its peak, and the protagonist confronts their ultimate challenge.

Resolution Summarize how the conflict is resolved, including the consequences, outcomes, and any lingering questions or loose ends that may pave the way for future installments or leave room for interpretation.

Themes and Messages Identify the underlying themes, messages, or social commentary explored in the story. What larger ideas or insights does the narrative convey?

Emotional Arc Consider the emotional journey of the audience as they engage with the story. Is there a particular emotional impact or takeaway you intend to evoke?

Genre and Style Describe the genre of your story (e.g., drama, sci-fi, thriller) and any unique stylistic elements that shape the storytelling.

Audience Appeal Identify the target audience for your story and what makes it appealing to them. Is it a specific demographic, fans of a particular genre, or a broad range of viewers/readers?