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Plot Nodes

Plot Nodes are the essential elements that make up your story’s universe. They are the people, places, problems, discoveries, and mysteries that drive your narrative forward.

What are Plot Nodes?

Plot Nodes are flexible, freeform entries you create to represent:

  • Game or World Elements: Key features that define your setting (e.g., ancient ruins, oppressive government, magical storms).
  • Potential Obstacles: Dangers, challenges, or enemies (e.g., rival factions, natural disasters, inner fears).
  • Useful Findings: Discoveries that help the protagonists (e.g., secret maps, powerful artifacts, hidden allies).
  • Pending Questions: Mysteries or unresolved issues (e.g., Who betrayed the rebellion? What lies beyond the forbidden zone?).
  • Relevant Characters & Interesting Locations: Important NPCs and places that shape your story.

How to Use Plot Nodes

  • Add, edit, or remove nodes as your story evolves.
  • Use them for inspiration, not limitation—leave them vague or detailed as you like.
  • Random Prompts may invoke Plot Nodes for unexpected twists.
  • Keep your list updated to reflect the current state of your story.

Examples

  • Game Element: "A city ruled by sentient machines."
  • Obstacle: "A deadly sandstorm blocks the only road."
  • Finding: "A diary revealing the villain’s true motive."
  • Question: "Why are the stars disappearing?"
  • Character: "Captain Mira, the exiled leader."

Tips

  • You can mark characters and locations as Plot Nodes to have them show up in random prompts.
  • Don’t worry about perfection—Plot Nodes are meant to evolve!

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