The Seven Basic Plots
Hey buddy! So, do you like stories? There are seven types of stories that most books, movies, and shows fall into. These are called the seven basic plots.
1. Overcoming the monster: This plot involves a hero facing and defeating a big, scary monster or villain. The monster could be anything from a dragon to an evil dictator.
2. Rags to riches: This plot involves a character starting off poor or down on their luck and then becoming rich and successful by the end of the story. Think of stories like Cinderella or The Pursuit of Happyness.
3. The quest: In this plot, a hero sets out on a journey to find or accomplish something important. It could be finding a lost treasure, saving a princess, or learning something about themselves.
4. Voyage and return: This plot involves a character traveling to a strange new place, experiencing many different things, and then returning home. It could be a physical journey or an emotional one.
5. Comedy: Comedy stories are meant to make us laugh. They involve funny situations, misunderstandings, and unlikely events. Think of movies like The Hangover or Bridesmaids.
6. Tragedy: These are sad stories where everything goes wrong and the main character suffers. Think of stories like Romeo and Juliet or The Fault in Our Stars.
7. Rebirth: This plot involves a character who goes through a big change or transformation. They may have hit rock bottom but then find a way to turn their life around and start fresh.
So, those are the seven basic plots. Lots of stories fall into these categories but each one is unique and special in their own way. Which plot do you like the most?
1. Overcoming the monster: This plot involves a hero facing and defeating a big, scary monster or villain. The monster could be anything from a dragon to an evil dictator.
2. Rags to riches: This plot involves a character starting off poor or down on their luck and then becoming rich and successful by the end of the story. Think of stories like Cinderella or The Pursuit of Happyness.
3. The quest: In this plot, a hero sets out on a journey to find or accomplish something important. It could be finding a lost treasure, saving a princess, or learning something about themselves.
4. Voyage and return: This plot involves a character traveling to a strange new place, experiencing many different things, and then returning home. It could be a physical journey or an emotional one.
5. Comedy: Comedy stories are meant to make us laugh. They involve funny situations, misunderstandings, and unlikely events. Think of movies like The Hangover or Bridesmaids.
6. Tragedy: These are sad stories where everything goes wrong and the main character suffers. Think of stories like Romeo and Juliet or The Fault in Our Stars.
7. Rebirth: This plot involves a character who goes through a big change or transformation. They may have hit rock bottom but then find a way to turn their life around and start fresh.
So, those are the seven basic plots. Lots of stories fall into these categories but each one is unique and special in their own way. Which plot do you like the most?