Bob423 52 Report post Posted March 13, 2015 My game is very story driven, so since I haven't been able to work on the game itself, I've been doing a lot of work on the story. I've run into a problem, however. I've been finding it difficult to advance the plot without adding plot coupons like keys hidden in dungeons or objects required to upgrade a sword to its full power. I tend to add things in just to make the story longer. Filler in a way I guess... I think I haven't been spending enough time on the characters and have been telling myself I'll just work on character development later... Part of what I want is for someone to tell me what's wrong with my story. Not their opinion, but what I need work on to make it better. I definitely don't want someone to nitpick at every little thing they think is cliche. I need someone who I can bounce ideas off of too instead of what I usually get with my friends, which is just giving them a link to a story summary or something and asking "what do you think?" To which they respond "awesome" or something along those lines. I've tried to look up guides and things about writing stories, but everything is made to help people writing novels, which doesn't help at all 90% of the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tigurus 8 Report post Posted March 13, 2015 I wouldn't mind trying to help. Unsure if I could be of much help as I only helped someone with their story once and that was also more a novel than a game I believe. I wouldn't mind trying. As it would also help my skills as a writer lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zahraa 26 Report post Posted March 13, 2015 I always like to help as much as I can, I'm not a professional writer so my advices may not be right but I'll be glad to share my experiences with you to improve your story :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bob423 52 Report post Posted March 13, 2015 Thanks guys :D It's easier for me to use steam, so sorry Zahraa, I might not pm you :\ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broken Messiah 20 Report post Posted March 15, 2015 http://www222.pair.com/sjohn/blueroom/plots.htm This is a website I use alot for ideas. I haven't actually done anything with them, but it helps get the brain pumping :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zahraa 26 Report post Posted March 15, 2015 It's easier for me to use steam, so sorry Zahraa, I might not pm you :\ No problem bro, You're the one who is missing it anyways :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tigurus 8 Report post Posted March 15, 2015 OOOOOOO You've been served by Zahraa! *gangster pose* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kitsuki 17 Report post Posted March 16, 2015 If I could borrow Germany's Steam, I'd be all for it if you still need anyone ;D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bob423 52 Report post Posted March 16, 2015 I sometimes get ideas from just talking to people about it and after getting to a point I'm relatively happy with, I'm taking a break for now, but thanks anyway :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kitsuki 17 Report post Posted March 16, 2015 All righty, that's okay ;D Let us know if you need someone to brainstorm with again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
