@ThePlumbob It could be spoilery, but I quite like the self-reflection it brings. It makes me understand myself and my story better. And I think even if it gives insight to how a story is structured, personally I find it equally intriguing to see how another writer take these elements and spin it with their own interpretation :)
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Sorry for the preachy writing. I’m using the same text structure as on tumblr and it just feels strange to change it. (Also as Wyatt says, effort.) :lol:
1. Lasting Consequences - I give my characters hard choices, and each decision comes with significant effects – good, bad, even lethal. It will affect their person, their homes, and the people around them. They have to face the music of their actions and words regardless of mindset, age, or how ready they are.
2. Change - No one stays strong all the time, nor are they weak forever. There will come a time when the girl with the brightest smile stops smiling, the one who inspires others becomes demoralised, or the downtrodden takes a stand. The silver lining is with darkness, there is light.
3. Personas - When are we ever truly ourselves? Do we present ourselves equally to everyone? The autocratic leader could be a family man at heart; the skilled seductress may secretly be afraid to get hurt. And for those who have personas, are they wearing the mask? Or is the mask wearing them?
4. Ideology conflict - My characters tend to have strong ideals in which they subconsciously or directly impose and influence one another. There is a thematical debate woven into or explored in their every interaction. Their clashes don’t necessarily resolve.
5. Passion - I must have passionate characters, whether driven by love, friends or family, goals or career. They’re the ones who take charge and push the story forward while simultaneously try to wreck my plot. (lol) The best part is passion is ruled by emotion, so at times, they are so illogical and silly that they make everything unpredictable and fun. :D