There are several different ways one can figure out the unique Dramatica storyform for a story. The straight ahead linear approach presented in the software’s StoryGuide, while helpful and ultimately necessary when first learning the theory, can actually be quite cumbersome to work with later on in your understanding. Your best bet is to use a combination of the Theory Browser, the Story Engine Settings Panel, and yes, even the Plot Progression Panel.
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27 Dresses: Arriving at the Storyform
January 31st, 2008 · 1 Comment
Filed under: Analysis
write something a little different
June 26th, 2006 · 9 Comments
Plain and simple: Dramatica can help you write something you’ve never written before. It can help you find a story you never knew was inside you.
Filed under: Story Theory
Concerns exist from beginning to end
June 20th, 2006 · No Comments
Certain elements of your story occur once per act. Others live throughout all the acts. Dramatica has a term for the latter.
Filed under: Story Structure