2.2 - What Makes A Great Story

1. MISSION

This mission is either created by explaining the character's problem or the character's goal.

If there is a problem, the goal is the solution, and if there is a goal, then the mission is clear right from the start.

This mission helps to set the trajectory of the story as the viewer knows where the character starts and where they want to go. Or in other words, the viewer has a clear idea of point A and point B.

2.2 - What Makes A Great Story

1. CONFLICT

The second element is conflict. Without conflict, no story is going to be interesting to watch.

Great stories are not about showing the bright side of the journey, but the much more interesting parts are going to be the ones where the character needs to overcome an obstacle.

That's why your job as a storyteller is to focus on as many obstacles as possible between point A and point B.

This lets you highlight the moments of conflict along the journey, which ultimately makes your story a lot more engaging to watch.

2.2 - What Makes A Great Story

1. Character transformation

Throughout the different obstacles,

the character is going to be challenged in their values and beliefs,

and they are going to develop as a person.

This character transformation is extremely exciting to

watch, and you should always try to document your character's change in personality.

2.2 - What Makes A Great Story

1. Vulnerability

vulnerable moments of your character immediately establishes

trust between them and your viewer.

Witnessing the struggles of the character

makes the viewer emotionally invested in the character's journey, and therefore it makes them care about your story.