Melissa Ford Lucken
X wants [scene goal] _______because [motivation] ________
but [conflict] ________.
Y wants [scene goal] _______because [motivation] ________
but [conflict] ________.
and
X wants/avoids {internal conflict} _________ from Y because ____________
but __________.
Y wants/avoids {internal conflict} _________ from X because ____________
but __________.
^^^ This is the necessary push pull for an effective scene. Use the character’s motivation against her/him. Character must be motivated to move forward.
- Character perceives no risk but finds one during/after events.
- Character believes she/he ‘has control’ but discovers not true during or after.
- Character plans to get the better of other but other turns tables (intentionally or not).
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Setting and context. How does enveloping action contribute?
^^^ This intensifies conflict and adds dimension and depth the story.