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The peak of the story, where the protagonist confronts their main obstacle or antagonist, often resulting in a decisive turn.

The final segment of the three-act structure, starting from Plot Point Two and including the climax, falling action, and resolution.

Occurs in the middle of the second act, often a turning point that changes the direction or increases the stakes of the story.

A literary device used to hint at future events or outcomes in the story, often building anticipation.

Secondary storylines that support and are interwoven with the main plot, often providing thematic depth or character development.

Series of events in the second act that raise the stakes and build tension leading up to the story's climax.

The event that sets the main story in motion, occurring after the setup in the first act, it disrupts the status quo.

Events following the climax as the story begins to resolve itself, leading to the denouement.

The underlying message or main idea that is being explored throughout the story, often implicitly.

The transition between the second and third acts, it usually pits the protagonist at their lowest point and sets up the finale.

The first segment of the three-act structure, which includes the setup, exposition, and the inciting incident leading up to the first plot point.

The final part of the story where the plot points are resolved and the story comes to a close.

The transformation or inner journey of a character over the course of the story, illustrated through their decisions and experiences.

The transition between the first and second acts; a significant event that propels the protagonist into a new direction and signals the end of the first act.