01-12-2022, 21:06:45 PM
Advice wanted, if this thread's good for that.
I'm currently kinda stuck with writing two WIP fanfics for exactly the same reason: I'm having a load of trouble setting up conflicts in a realistic manner. I know what the conflicts are, but when it comes to properly building them up... *sigh*.
I should probably state what they are, in case anyone wants to help:
[folder=Beepity Boopity]
1: Two investigating forces have differing ideas on how to continue persuing a case. One half works within the confines of the law; the other works by a set of different laws (which, among other things, forbids talking to most of the suspects and potential witnesses). This has been working for them for a while now, but I need some sort of catalyst that will encourage a split.
2: This one's a little more complex: An outlaw (Drustan) is hiding away somewhere, and has reluctantly gotten involved with some mercenaries. Two groups are after him: a lawful militia led by someone who is somewhat sympathetic with the outlaw (Ajani), and a more chaotic bunch led by someone who wants him dead (Lydia). I have set up the conflict between Drustan and Lydia, but I still need to set up the Ajani-related conflicts (while, ideally, making sure Lydia has a point).
I should probably state what they are, in case anyone wants to help:
[folder=Beepity Boopity]
1: Two investigating forces have differing ideas on how to continue persuing a case. One half works within the confines of the law; the other works by a set of different laws (which, among other things, forbids talking to most of the suspects and potential witnesses). This has been working for them for a while now, but I need some sort of catalyst that will encourage a split.
2: This one's a little more complex: An outlaw (Drustan) is hiding away somewhere, and has reluctantly gotten involved with some mercenaries. Two groups are after him: a lawful militia led by someone who is somewhat sympathetic with the outlaw (Ajani), and a more chaotic bunch led by someone who wants him dead (Lydia). I have set up the conflict between Drustan and Lydia, but I still need to set up the Ajani-related conflicts (while, ideally, making sure Lydia has a point).