3 act story structure

 Here's a step-by-step guide to outlining a 3-act story structure:

*Act 1: Setup*

1. *Opening Image*: Describe the opening scene or image that sets the tone for the story. This should introduce the protagonist and their ordinary world.

2. *Protagonist's Goal*: Define the protagonist's main goal or desire. What do they want to achieve or gain?

3. *Establish Stakes*: Introduce the stakes or consequences of the protagonist's goal. What will happen if they fail or succeed?

4. *Inciting Incident*: Describe the event that sets the story in motion. This should disrupt the protagonist's ordinary world and set them on their journey.

5. *Establish Supporting Characters*: Introduce key supporting characters, such as friends, family, or mentors.

6. *Plot Point 1*: Describe the first major plot point that sets the protagonist on their journey. This should raise questions and create tension.

*Act 2: Confrontation*

1. *Rising Action*: Describe the series of events that create obstacles and challenges for the protagonist. This should test their skills, abilities, and resolve.

2. *Midpoint*: Describe the midpoint of the story, where the protagonist gains new information or insight that raises the stakes or changes their approach.

3. *Complications and setbacks*: Describe the complications and setbacks that the protagonist faces. This should create tension and conflict.

4. *Plot Point 2*: Describe the second major plot point that raises the stakes and creates a sense of urgency.

5. *Crisis*: Describe the crisis or turning point where the protagonist must make a critical decision or take a risk.

*Act 3: Resolution*

1. *Climax*: Describe the climax of the story, where the protagonist faces their greatest challenge or obstacle.

2. *Resolution*: Describe the resolution of the story, where the protagonist's goal is achieved or not achieved.

3. *Denouement*: Describe the denouement, where loose ends are tied up and the story is concluded.

4. *Final Image*: Describe the final image or scene that leaves a lasting impression on the reader.

*Additional Tips*

- Make sure each act has a clear structure and purpose.

- Use plot points to create tension and raise the stakes.

- Use character arcs to create emotional resonance and depth.

- Use theme to tie the story together and create a cohesive message.

Remember, this is just a general guide.

They Love Cats

 They Love Cats.

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Two kids are intrigued by their new elderly neighbors who recently moved in next door. A mysterious couple who are unusually over -protective of their three pet cats. At first they assume that Mr. And Mrs. (not yet named) are just fussy, aged eccentrics. But as they spend more time observing the couple, they become embroiled in a terrifying Mystery that will challenge the strength of their friendship, and what they presume to know about right and wrong.

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Leonid: (masc./meaning: Lion-like.) 

A Cat. /Kid.

Yuri: (masc./meaning: Farmer/Earthworker.) A Cat/kid.

Elena: (fem. /meaning: Shining Light.) A Cat/kid.

Galina Tsiganova. (The wife )

Vladimir Tsiganov. (The husband )

Eddie Foster. (main character )

Aurora Day. (main character)

Audrey Foster: (Eddie's Mother./support)

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(It's a clear, sunny day. Two Kids are playing in the front yard.
They Eddie Foster and Aurora Day, our main protagonists. Across
the street from the house a moving truck and black car pull in.
An old man and woman slowly exit the car. As the movers exit
the moving truck and open the back of it.)

EDDIE: (looking across the street/head cocked with a look
of curiosity on his face.) Look A. new neighbors.

AURORA: (looks up briefly before returning to her coloring
book.) Oh, yay. More old people. We needed a few dozen more
of those. I'm sure the neighborhood will be jumping
with excitement now.

EDDIE: (laughing) Now that's the spirit. (sarcastically.)
You get sunnier by the day A.

AURORA: (looking up/frowning) I really wish you'd quit calling
me "A" . You just started doing that because TIMMY BRADSHAW
does it to everyone. He's like your..hero or something.

EDDIE: (embarrassed) That's not true. He copied that from ME.
I'M the one who started that.

AURORA: (snorts derisively) Oh, ok. Thanks. Now I know who
to hate.

EDDIE: (frowning/looking intently at AURORA) Seriously, what's
your problem lately? You've been like this since..

(his conversation is interrupted by the sound of his mother's
voice calling from the other side of the screen door.)

AUDREY: Am I going to have to separate you two? All's you've
done lately is squabble.

(her attention wanders to across the street.)

AUDREY: Oh, look, new neighbors. I wonder where they're
from?

AURORA: I don't know. The nursing home by the looks of it.

AUDREY: (voice raised) AURORA! That's extremely rude.
They can't help their age. You never know, they might have
some very interesting stories to tell.

AURORA: (quietly/looking down at her coloring book)
Sorry Mrs. Foster.

AUDREY: (voice softening) It's ok kiddo. I get it.

(There's an awkward silence before Eddie speaks up.)

EDDIE: You never know, they could be serial killers.

AURORA: (laughing) Yeah, right. Nothing that exciting ever
happens around here. This place is like Mayberry.

AUDREY: Well. Maybe so. But After 20 years in the City,
I'll take boredom over "excitement" any day.

AURORA: Fair enough.

AUDREY: I want you two to go introduce yourselves and
ask them if they need help.

EDDIE: (letting out a sigh of annoyance/whiny voice) Mom!
They don't NEED help. They have a moving crew.

AUDREY: Yes, I see that dear. But it's also the polite, neighborly
thing to do. Now, go on you two. Get.

(Audrey closes the door.)

EDDIE: (sighing again) Great. Well, THAT just happened.

AURORA: (agreeably/commiserating) Yeah. Yeah it did.
Well, lets go. You take the lead I cover your six?

EDDIE: (smiling) Deal.