20 Master Plots: And How To Build Them -

: Similar to rivalry, but the hero faces overwhelming odds or a much more powerful opponent (e.g., Joan of Arc ). Plots of the Mind (Internal Focus)

These plots prioritize the "what happens next" over internal character shifts. 20 Master Plots: And How to Build Them

Tobias breaks down each plot into a three-act structure—Setup, Complication, and Resolution—providing specific checklists and examples from literature and film to help writers build their own versions. Action Plots (External Focus) : Similar to rivalry, but the hero faces

: A "hide-and-seek" story centered on a chase, where one character pursues another (e.g., Jaws , Duel ). : Similar to rivalry

: A story fueled by moral outrage where a character seeks retribution for a past injury (e.g., Hamlet , Death Wish ).