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# Narrative Design Workflow Validation Checklist
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**Purpose**: Validate narrative design outputs are complete, cohesive, and ready for implementation.
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**Scope**: Story-driven games and applications (follows GDD workflow)
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**Expected Output**: narrative-design.md
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---
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## 1. Output File Exists
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- [ ] narrative-design.md created in output folder
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- [ ] GDD.md exists (narrative workflow requires GDD first)
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- [ ] No unfilled {{template_variables}}
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---
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## 2. Story Foundation
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### Core Elements
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- [ ] **Narrative premise** clearly stated (elevator pitch, 2-3 sentences)
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- [ ] **Core themes** identified (2-4 meaningful themes)
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- [ ] **Tone and atmosphere** established
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- [ ] Premise is compelling and fits game type
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### Story Structure
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- [ ] **Story structure chosen** (3-act, hero's journey, branching, etc.)
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- [ ] **Acts/sections broken down** with clear progression
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- [ ] **Major story beats** documented (key moments that drive narrative)
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- [ ] Structure fits narrative complexity level
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---
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## 3. Characters
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### Protagonist(s)
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- [ ] Background and motivation explained
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- [ ] Character arc defined (how they change)
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- [ ] Internal and external conflicts identified
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### Antagonist(s)
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- [ ] Motivation clear (why they oppose protagonist)
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- [ ] Goals and methods explained
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- [ ] Not one-dimensional
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### Supporting Cast
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- [ ] Major supporting characters documented
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- [ ] Each has distinct role in story
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- [ ] Character relationships mapped
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### Character Arcs
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- [ ] Major characters have starting → transformation → ending states
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- [ ] Arc progression makes sense
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## 4. World and Lore
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- [ ] **World setting** defined (time, place, world type)
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- [ ] **World rules** explained (magic, technology, society)
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- [ ] **History and backstory** documented
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- [ ] Key locations described with narrative significance
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---
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## 5. Dialogue and Delivery
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### Dialogue Framework
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- [ ] Dialogue style established
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- [ ] Key conversations identified
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- [ ] Branching dialogue system described (if applicable)
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### Narrative Delivery
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- [ ] Cutscenes/cinematics approach defined
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- [ ] In-game storytelling methods explained
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- [ ] Optional vs. required content distinguished
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- [ ] Multiple endings documented (if applicable)
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---
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## 6. Gameplay Integration
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- [ ] **Narrative-gameplay harmony** addressed (how story and mechanics connect)
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- [ ] **Story gates** explained (how narrative controls progression)
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- [ ] **Player agency** level defined (can player affect story?)
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- [ ] Integration doesn't fight game design
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---
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## 7. Production Scope
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- [ ] **Writing scope** estimated (word count, scene count, dialogue lines)
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- [ ] Scope realistic for project level
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- [ ] Localization considerations noted (if applicable)
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- [ ] Voice acting plans documented (if applicable)
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---
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## 8. Consistency with GDD
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- [ ] Narrative aligns with GDD game design
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- [ ] Tone matches GDD art/audio direction
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- [ ] Story supports game mechanics (doesn't contradict)
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- [ ] No conflicts between narrative and gameplay
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---
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## 9. Critical Failures (Auto-Fail)
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- [ ] ❌ **No GDD** (narrative workflow requires GDD first)
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- [ ] ❌ **No character arcs** (protagonist has no development)
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- [ ] ❌ **No story beats** (major moments not identified)
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- [ ] ❌ **Contradicts GDD** (narrative fights game design)
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---
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## Validation Notes
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**Document any findings:**
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- Narrative strength: [Compelling / Interesting / Adequate / Weak]
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- Strengths:
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- Issues to address:
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- Recommended actions:
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**Ready for solutioning?** [Yes / No - explain]
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---
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_Adapt based on narrative complexity level (Critical/Heavy/Moderate/Light)._
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# Narrative Design Workflow
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<workflow>
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<critical>The workflow execution engine is governed by: {project_root}/bmad/core/tasks/workflow.xml</critical>
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<critical>You MUST have already completed the GDD workflow</critical>
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<critical>Communicate all responses in {communication_language}</critical>
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<critical>This workflow creates detailed narrative content for story-driven games</critical>
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<critical>Uses narrative_template for output</critical>
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<critical>If users mention gameplay mechanics, note them but keep focus on narrative</critical>
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<critical>Facilitate good brainstorming techniques throughout with the user, pushing them to come up with much of the narrative you will help weave together. The goal is for the user to feel that they crafted the narrative and story arc unless they push you to do it all or indicate YOLO</critical>
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<step n="0" goal="Check for workflow status" tag="workflow-status">
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<action>Check if {output_folder}/bmm-workflow-status.yaml exists</action>
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<check if="status file not found">
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<output>No workflow status file found. Narrative workflow is optional - you can continue without status tracking.</output>
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<action>Set standalone_mode = true</action>
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</check>
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<check if="status file found">
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<action>Load the FULL file: {output_folder}/bmm-workflow-status.yaml</action>
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<action>Parse workflow_status section</action>
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<action>Check status of "narrative" workflow</action>
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<action>Get project_level from YAML metadata</action>
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<action>Find first non-completed workflow (next expected workflow)</action>
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<check if="narrative status is file path (already completed)">
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<output>⚠️ Narrative Design Document already completed: {{narrative status}}</output>
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<ask>Re-running will overwrite the existing narrative document. Continue? (y/n)</ask>
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<check if="n">
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<output>Exiting. Use workflow-status to see your next step.</output>
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<action>Exit workflow</action>
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</check>
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</check>
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<check if="narrative is not the next expected workflow (latter items are completed already in the list)">
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<output>⚠️ Next expected workflow: {{next_workflow}}. Narrative is out of sequence.</output>
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<ask>Continue with Narrative Design anyway? (y/n)</ask>
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<check if="n">
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<output>Exiting. Run {{next_workflow}} instead.</output>
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<action>Exit workflow</action>
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</check>
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</check>
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<action>Set standalone_mode = false</action>
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</check>
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</step>
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<step n="1" goal="Load GDD context and assess narrative complexity">
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<action>Load GDD.md from {output_folder}</action>
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<action>Extract game_type, game_name, and any narrative mentions</action>
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<ask>What level of narrative complexity does your game have?
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**Narrative Complexity:**
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1. **Critical** - Story IS the game (Visual Novel, Text-Based Adventure)
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2. **Heavy** - Story drives the experience (Story-driven RPG, Narrative Adventure)
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3. **Moderate** - Story enhances gameplay (Metroidvania, Tactics RPG, Horror)
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4. **Light** - Story provides context (most other genres)
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Your game type ({{game_type}}) suggests **{{suggested_complexity}}**. Confirm or adjust:</ask>
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<action>Set narrative_complexity</action>
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<check if="complexity == Light">
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<ask>Light narrative games usually don't need a full Narrative Design Document. Are you sure you want to continue?
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- GDD story sections may be sufficient
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- Consider just expanding GDD narrative notes
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- Proceed with full narrative workflow
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Your choice:</ask>
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<action>Load narrative_template from workflow.yaml</action>
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</check>
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</step>
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<step n="2" goal="Define narrative premise and themes">
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<ask>Describe your narrative premise in 2-3 sentences.
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This is the "elevator pitch" of your story.
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Examples:
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- "A young knight discovers they're the last hope to stop an ancient evil, but must choose between saving the kingdom or their own family."
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- "After a mysterious pandemic, survivors must navigate a world where telling the truth is deadly but lying corrupts your soul."
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Your premise:</ask>
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<template-output>narrative_premise</template-output>
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<ask>What are the core themes of your narrative? (2-4 themes)
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Themes are the underlying ideas/messages.
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Examples: redemption, sacrifice, identity, corruption, hope vs. despair, nature vs. technology
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Your themes:</ask>
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<template-output>core_themes</template-output>
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<ask>Describe the tone and atmosphere.
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Consider: dark, hopeful, comedic, melancholic, mysterious, epic, intimate, etc.
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Your tone:</ask>
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<template-output>tone_atmosphere</template-output>
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</step>
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<step n="3" goal="Define story structure">
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<ask>What story structure are you using?
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Common structures:
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- **3-Act** (Setup, Confrontation, Resolution)
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- **Hero's Journey** (Campbell's monomyth)
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- **Kishōtenketsu** (4-act: Introduction, Development, Twist, Conclusion)
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- **Episodic** (Self-contained episodes with arc)
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- **Branching** (Multiple paths and endings)
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- **Freeform** (Player-driven narrative)
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Your structure:</ask>
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<template-output>story_type</template-output>
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<ask>Break down your story into acts/sections.
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For 3-Act:
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- Act 1: Setup and inciting incident
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- Act 2: Rising action and midpoint
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- Act 3: Climax and resolution
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Describe each act/section for your game:</ask>
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<template-output>act_breakdown</template-output>
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<invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>
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</step>
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<step n="4" goal="Define major story beats">
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<ask>List the major story beats (10-20 key moments).
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Story beats are significant events that drive the narrative forward.
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Format:
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1. [Beat name] - Brief description
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2. [Beat name] - Brief description
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...
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Your story beats:</ask>
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<template-output>story_beats</template-output>
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<invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>
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<ask>Describe the pacing and flow of your narrative.
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Consider:
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- Slow burn vs. fast-paced
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- Tension/release rhythm
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- Story-heavy vs. gameplay-heavy sections
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- Optional vs. required narrative content
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Your pacing:</ask>
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<template-output>pacing_flow</template-output>
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</step>
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<step n="5" goal="Develop protagonist(s)">
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<ask>Describe your protagonist(s).
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For each protagonist include:
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- Name and brief description
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- Background and motivation
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- Character arc (how they change)
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- Strengths and flaws
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- Relationships to other characters
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- Internal and external conflicts
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Your protagonist(s):</ask>
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<template-output>protagonists</template-output>
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<invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>
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</step>
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<step n="6" goal="Develop antagonist(s)">
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<ask>Describe your antagonist(s).
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For each antagonist include:
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- Name and brief description
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- Background and motivation
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- Goals (what they want)
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- Methods (how they pursue goals)
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- Relationship to protagonist
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- Sympathetic elements (if any)
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Your antagonist(s):</ask>
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<template-output>antagonists</template-output>
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</step>
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<step n="7" goal="Develop supporting characters">
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<ask>Describe supporting characters (allies, mentors, companions, NPCs).
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For each character include:
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- Name and role
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- Personality and traits
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- Relationship to protagonist
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- Function in story (mentor, foil, comic relief, etc.)
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- Key scenes/moments
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Your supporting characters:</ask>
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<template-output>supporting_characters</template-output>
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<invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>
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</step>
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<step n="8" goal="Map character arcs">
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<ask>Describe the character arcs for major characters.
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Character arc: How does the character change from beginning to end?
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For each arc:
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- Starting state
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- Key transformation moments
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- Ending state
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- Lessons learned
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Your character arcs:</ask>
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<template-output>character_arcs</template-output>
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</step>
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<step n="9" goal="Build world and lore">
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<ask>Describe your world.
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Include:
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- Setting (time period, location, world type)
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- World rules (magic systems, technology level, societal norms)
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- Atmosphere and aesthetics
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- What makes this world unique
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Your world:</ask>
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<template-output>world_overview</template-output>
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<ask>What is the history and backstory of your world?
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- Major historical events
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- How did the world reach its current state?
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- Legends and myths
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- Past conflicts
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Your history:</ask>
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<template-output>history_backstory</template-output>
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<invoke-task halt="true">{project-root}/bmad/core/tasks/adv-elicit.xml</invoke-task>
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</step>
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<step n="10" goal="Define factions and locations">
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<ask optional="true">Describe factions, organizations, or groups (if applicable).
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For each:
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- Name and purpose
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- Leadership and structure
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- Goals and methods
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- Relationships with other factions
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Your factions:</ask>
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<template-output>factions_organizations</template-output>
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<ask>Describe key locations in your world.
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For each location:
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- Name and description
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- Narrative significance
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- Atmosphere and mood
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- Key events that occur there
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Your locations:</ask>
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<template-output>locations</template-output>
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</step>
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<step n="11" goal="Define dialogue framework">
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<ask>Describe your dialogue style.
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Consider:
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- Formal vs. casual
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- Period-appropriate vs. modern
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- Verbose vs. concise
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- Humor level
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- Profanity/mature language
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Your dialogue style:</ask>
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<template-output>dialogue_style</template-output>
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<ask>List key conversations/dialogue moments.
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Include:
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- Who is involved
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- When it occurs
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- What's discussed
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- Narrative purpose
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- Emotional tone
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Your key conversations:</ask>
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<template-output>key_conversations</template-output>
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<check if="game has branching dialogue">
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<ask>Describe your branching dialogue system.
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- How many branches/paths?
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- What determines branches? (stats, choices, flags)
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- Do branches converge?
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- How much unique dialogue?
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Your branching system:</ask>
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<template-output>branching_dialogue</template-output>
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</check>
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</step>
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<step n="12" goal="Environmental storytelling">
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<ask>How will you tell story through the environment?
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Visual storytelling:
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- Set dressing and props
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- Environmental damage/aftermath
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- Visual symbolism
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- Color and lighting
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Your visual storytelling:</ask>
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<template-output>visual_storytelling</template-output>
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<ask>How will audio contribute to storytelling?
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- Ambient sounds
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- Music emotional cues
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- Voice acting
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- Audio logs/recordings
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Your audio storytelling:</ask>
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<template-output>audio_storytelling</template-output>
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<ask optional="true">Will you have found documents (journals, notes, emails)?
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If yes, describe:
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- Types of documents
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- How many
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- What they reveal
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- Optional vs. required reading
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Your found documents:</ask>
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<template-output>found_documents</template-output>
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</step>
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<step n="13" goal="Narrative delivery methods">
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<ask>How will you deliver narrative content?
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**Cutscenes/Cinematics:**
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- How many?
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- Skippable?
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- Real-time or pre-rendered?
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- Average length
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||||
Your cutscenes:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>cutscenes</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>How will you deliver story during gameplay?
|
||||
|
||||
- NPC conversations
|
||||
- Radio/comm chatter
|
||||
- Environmental cues
|
||||
- Player actions
|
||||
- Show vs. tell balance
|
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|
||||
Your in-game storytelling:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>ingame_storytelling</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>What narrative content is optional?
|
||||
|
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- Side quests
|
||||
- Collectible lore
|
||||
- Optional conversations
|
||||
- Secret endings
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||||
|
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Your optional content:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>optional_content</template-output>
|
||||
|
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<check if="multiple endings">
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||||
<ask>Describe your ending structure.
|
||||
|
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- How many endings?
|
||||
- What determines ending? (choices, stats, completion)
|
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- Ending variety (minor variations vs. drastically different)
|
||||
- True/golden ending?
|
||||
|
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Your endings:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>multiple_endings</template-output>
|
||||
</check>
|
||||
|
||||
</step>
|
||||
|
||||
<step n="14" goal="Gameplay integration">
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>How does narrative integrate with gameplay?
|
||||
|
||||
- Does story unlock mechanics?
|
||||
- Do mechanics reflect themes?
|
||||
- Ludonarrative harmony or dissonance?
|
||||
- Balance of story vs. gameplay
|
||||
|
||||
Your narrative-gameplay integration:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>narrative_gameplay</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>How does story gate progression?
|
||||
|
||||
- Story-locked areas
|
||||
- Cutscene triggers
|
||||
- Mandatory story beats
|
||||
- Optional vs. required narrative
|
||||
|
||||
Your story gates:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>story_gates</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>How much agency does the player have?
|
||||
|
||||
- Can player affect story?
|
||||
- Meaningful choices?
|
||||
- Role-playing freedom?
|
||||
- Predetermined vs. dynamic narrative
|
||||
|
||||
Your player agency:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>player_agency</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
</step>
|
||||
|
||||
<step n="15" goal="Production planning">
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>Estimate your writing scope.
|
||||
|
||||
- Word count estimate
|
||||
- Number of scenes/chapters
|
||||
- Dialogue lines estimate
|
||||
- Branching complexity
|
||||
|
||||
Your scope:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>writing_scope</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>Localization considerations?
|
||||
|
||||
- Target languages
|
||||
- Cultural adaptation needs
|
||||
- Text expansion concerns
|
||||
- Dialogue recording implications
|
||||
|
||||
Your localization:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>localization</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>Voice acting plans?
|
||||
|
||||
- Fully voiced, partially voiced, or text-only?
|
||||
- Number of characters needing voices
|
||||
- Dialogue volume
|
||||
- Budget considerations
|
||||
|
||||
Your voice acting:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>voice_acting</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
</step>
|
||||
|
||||
<step n="16" goal="Completion and next steps">
|
||||
|
||||
<action>Generate character relationship map (text-based diagram)</action>
|
||||
<template-output>relationship_map</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<action>Generate story timeline</action>
|
||||
<template-output>timeline</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask optional="true">Any references or inspirations to note?
|
||||
|
||||
- Books, movies, games that inspired you
|
||||
- Reference materials
|
||||
- Tone/theme references
|
||||
|
||||
Your references:</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
<template-output>references</template-output>
|
||||
|
||||
<ask>**✅ Narrative Design Complete, {user_name}!**
|
||||
|
||||
Next steps:
|
||||
|
||||
1. Proceed to solutioning (technical architecture)
|
||||
2. Create detailed script/screenplay (outside workflow)
|
||||
3. Review narrative with team/stakeholders
|
||||
4. Exit workflow
|
||||
|
||||
Which would you like?</ask>
|
||||
|
||||
</step>
|
||||
|
||||
<step n="17" goal="Update status if tracking enabled" tag="workflow-status">
|
||||
|
||||
<check if="standalone_mode != true">
|
||||
<action>Load the FULL file: {output_folder}/bmm-workflow-status.yaml</action>
|
||||
<action>Find workflow_status key "narrative"</action>
|
||||
<critical>ONLY write the file path as the status value - no other text, notes, or metadata</critical>
|
||||
<action>Update workflow_status["narrative"] = "{output_folder}/bmm-narrative-{{game_name}}-{{date}}.md"</action>
|
||||
<action>Save file, preserving ALL comments and structure including STATUS DEFINITIONS</action>
|
||||
|
||||
<action>Find first non-completed workflow in workflow_status (next workflow to do)</action>
|
||||
<action>Determine next agent from path file based on next workflow</action>
|
||||
</check>
|
||||
|
||||
<output>**✅ Narrative Design Complete, {user_name}!**
|
||||
|
||||
**Narrative Document:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Narrative design saved to {output_folder}/bmm-narrative-{{game_name}}-{{date}}.md
|
||||
|
||||
{{#if standalone_mode != true}}
|
||||
**Status Updated:**
|
||||
|
||||
- Progress tracking updated: narrative marked complete
|
||||
- Next workflow: {{next_workflow}}
|
||||
{{else}}
|
||||
**Note:** Running in standalone mode (no progress tracking)
|
||||
{{/if}}
|
||||
|
||||
**Next Steps:**
|
||||
|
||||
{{#if standalone_mode != true}}
|
||||
|
||||
- **Next workflow:** {{next_workflow}} ({{next_agent}} agent)
|
||||
- **Optional:** Review narrative with writing team or stakeholders
|
||||
|
||||
Check status anytime with: `workflow-status`
|
||||
{{else}}
|
||||
Since no workflow is in progress:
|
||||
|
||||
- Review narrative design with team
|
||||
- Refer to the BMM workflow guide if unsure what to do next
|
||||
- Or run `workflow-init` to create a workflow path and get guided next steps
|
||||
{{/if}}
|
||||
</output>
|
||||
</step>
|
||||
|
||||
</workflow>
|
||||
@@ -0,0 +1,195 @@
|
||||
# {{game_name}} - Narrative Design Document
|
||||
|
||||
**Author:** {{user_name}}
|
||||
**Game Type:** {{game_type}}
|
||||
**Narrative Complexity:** {{narrative_complexity}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Executive Summary
|
||||
|
||||
### Narrative Premise
|
||||
|
||||
{{narrative_premise}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Core Themes
|
||||
|
||||
{{core_themes}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Tone and Atmosphere
|
||||
|
||||
{{tone_atmosphere}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Story Structure
|
||||
|
||||
### Story Type
|
||||
|
||||
{{story_type}}
|
||||
|
||||
**Structure used:** (3-act, hero's journey, kishōtenketsu, episodic, branching, etc.)
|
||||
|
||||
### Act Breakdown
|
||||
|
||||
{{act_breakdown}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Story Beats
|
||||
|
||||
{{story_beats}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Pacing and Flow
|
||||
|
||||
{{pacing_flow}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Characters
|
||||
|
||||
### Protagonist(s)
|
||||
|
||||
{{protagonists}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Antagonist(s)
|
||||
|
||||
{{antagonists}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Supporting Characters
|
||||
|
||||
{{supporting_characters}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Character Arcs
|
||||
|
||||
{{character_arcs}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## World and Lore
|
||||
|
||||
### World Overview
|
||||
|
||||
{{world_overview}}
|
||||
|
||||
### History and Backstory
|
||||
|
||||
{{history_backstory}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Factions and Organizations
|
||||
|
||||
{{factions_organizations}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Locations
|
||||
|
||||
{{locations}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Cultural Elements
|
||||
|
||||
{{cultural_elements}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Dialogue Framework
|
||||
|
||||
### Dialogue Style
|
||||
|
||||
{{dialogue_style}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Key Conversations
|
||||
|
||||
{{key_conversations}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Branching Dialogue
|
||||
|
||||
{{branching_dialogue}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Voice and Characterization
|
||||
|
||||
{{voice_characterization}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Environmental Storytelling
|
||||
|
||||
### Visual Storytelling
|
||||
|
||||
{{visual_storytelling}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Audio Storytelling
|
||||
|
||||
{{audio_storytelling}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Found Documents
|
||||
|
||||
{{found_documents}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Environmental Clues
|
||||
|
||||
{{environmental_clues}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Narrative Delivery
|
||||
|
||||
### Cutscenes and Cinematics
|
||||
|
||||
{{cutscenes}}
|
||||
|
||||
### In-Game Storytelling
|
||||
|
||||
{{ingame_storytelling}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Optional Content
|
||||
|
||||
{{optional_content}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Multiple Endings
|
||||
|
||||
{{multiple_endings}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Integration with Gameplay
|
||||
|
||||
### Narrative-Gameplay Harmony
|
||||
|
||||
{{narrative_gameplay}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Story Gates
|
||||
|
||||
{{story_gates}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Player Agency
|
||||
|
||||
{{player_agency}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Production Notes
|
||||
|
||||
### Writing Scope
|
||||
|
||||
{{writing_scope}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Localization Considerations
|
||||
|
||||
{{localization}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Voice Acting
|
||||
|
||||
{{voice_acting}}
|
||||
|
||||
---
|
||||
|
||||
## Appendix
|
||||
|
||||
### Character Relationship Map
|
||||
|
||||
{{relationship_map}}
|
||||
|
||||
### Timeline
|
||||
|
||||
{{timeline}}
|
||||
|
||||
### References and Inspirations
|
||||
|
||||
{{references}}
|
||||
29
bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/narrative/workflow.yaml
Normal file
29
bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/narrative/workflow.yaml
Normal file
@@ -0,0 +1,29 @@
|
||||
# Narrative Design Workflow
|
||||
name: narrative
|
||||
description: "Narrative design workflow for story-driven games and applications. Creates comprehensive narrative documentation including story structure, character arcs, dialogue systems, and narrative implementation guidance."
|
||||
author: "BMad"
|
||||
|
||||
# Critical variables from config
|
||||
config_source: "{project-root}/bmad/bmm/config.yaml"
|
||||
output_folder: "{config_source}:output_folder"
|
||||
user_name: "{config_source}:user_name"
|
||||
communication_language: "{config_source}:communication_language"
|
||||
document_output_language: "{config_source}:document_output_language"
|
||||
user_skill_level: "{config_source}:user_skill_level"
|
||||
date: system-generated
|
||||
|
||||
# Workflow components
|
||||
installed_path: "{project-root}/bmad/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/narrative"
|
||||
instructions: "{installed_path}/instructions-narrative.md"
|
||||
template: "{installed_path}/narrative-template.md"
|
||||
|
||||
# Output configuration
|
||||
default_output_file: "{output_folder}/narrative-design.md"
|
||||
|
||||
# Recommended input documents
|
||||
recommended_inputs:
|
||||
- game_brief: "{output_folder}/game-brief.md"
|
||||
- gdd: "{output_folder}/GDD.md"
|
||||
- product_brief: "{output_folder}/product-brief.md"
|
||||
|
||||
standalone: true
|
||||
Reference in New Issue
Block a user