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  1. NPC

    Letting the player control the pace of the narrative...

    Hi all, While I was working on the script for my upcoming game (unapologetic plug; link in my signature), I came across an interesting problem which I think would make for good discussion: Is there any way to let the player move the narrative forward on their own terms while also making sure...
  2. Lonewulf123

    Writing Tools for Game Design and Development?

    Can anyone recommend some good (and maybe free and open source) tools for writing video game scenes and dialogue? I've been looking for some tools to help write the story of my game. Particularly, ones that have a little more "oomph" than your basic word processor. Like the ability to support...
  3. Arisa

    Arisa's Writing Workshop~

    Hiya everyone~ This is my workshop for writing, but a tiny bit different from like scriptwriting, story-writing, ect... Instead, to help scene flow, I'll write you a very short story (3,000 words or less). I hope I explained this right OTZ. Links to examples of my work: Scene 1: OPEN...
  4. Sarah79

    Sarah's Writing and Poetry.

    The beat of a heart, my heart. The single breath into frozen air, sliding against my scarf. Every single step ripples through my body, through my lungs and into my mind. An echo of my thoughts reflected in my actions I feel every step towards my goals a second before I got there. On the outside...
  5. Arisa

    Free writing tools~

    Hiya! :kaohi: Writing stories for RM is hard, believe you me, but I'm here to show you some helpful writing software and websites! Feel free to tell me about software and/or websites I dunno about and give valid reason on why it's good, and I'll add it to the list! Anyway, onto the list! 1)...
  6. Failivrin

    Failivrin's Freesources

    Say you're a fenomenal picksel artist but you can’t even spell it correctly. Did you ever wish there was an RTP for writing? There are resources and discussions to help writers, but nothing like the simplicity of downloading characters, tilesets and music tracks. Writing is my strong suit, and...
  7. Verdelite

    Usage of terms like 'hell' in non-Christian worlds

    Hello everyone, so this is actually something that's been on my mind for a while, so I'd love to hear your input on this. What's your opinion on using terms or phrases like "what the hell" in a setting that is non-Christian? I'm not limiting this to Christian terms specifically but this was the...
  8. chungsie

    Chungsie's Worldbuilding and Backstory

    So I have been working on some literature for a project. I thought originally it would be for ACE. However, obligations in supporting my brother and being one of his few friends, I feel I need to be prepared to make 3d in games a reality. I would still use Ace, but as the mods on Webs have...
  9. Zackleaynts

    Teach me. How to start learning to become a Jack-of-all-trades in RPG Making?

    Hello, everyone. Please guide me. Okay, straight to the point. I've decided to go back to game making. Using RPG Maker. Even though this is at the moment a hobby and a past time taking a small portion of my free time, I hope to turn it into a life-long career someday. I have no helper at the...
  10. Marsigne

    NaNoWriMo - Writing tips?

    So, NanoWriMo is starting in November, and I'm thinking in jumping on the bandwagon. However, to finish the challenge, one must write 1,666 words a day to make 50,000 words at the end of the month. I'm thinking this as an opportunity to flesh out plot ideas. However, since I tend to be short and...
  11. Canini

    The use of the narrative curve in episodic games

    The classic narrative curve It is very popular to make episodic games, particularly from a indie standpoint. There are smaller and easier to manage and develop for. They also have the added benefit of making fans excited and discuss the next installment. In this tutorial we are going to...
  12. Ari3s

    Synchronicity; a small-ish scale, Mother series inspired game in need of a team!

    Open Positions As the title entails, Synchronicity is a game with heavy inspiration from the Mother/EarthBound series (among other sources) that I want to make using RPG Maker VX Ace. But again, as the title entails, there's a not so teeny tiny, little problem. I need help. I have little to...
  13. TriceratopsX

    Fairy Tales of Seyrn

    I'm currently in the process of writing some in-universe fairy tales for the game I'm making, and I thought I'd post 'em here because... Eh why not? So feel free to give me some feedback, tell me what you think of the stories, tell me if I'm using improper grammar or punctuation, and feel free...
  14. GoodSelf

    What Book do you want to see as an RPG?

    Out of all the books you've ever read, which one of those would like to see turned into an RPG Maker Game? Some books lend themselves very well to the genre, and I would love to hear your ideas! For me, it's a no brainer:   Can't wait to hear your input! 
  15. Canini

    Looking for blogs to read (and share your favorites)

    I am looking for new blogs to read, particularly those that gives in-depth analyses and reviews of cartoon episodes, games, films etc Below are tow of my faborite blogs, just to give an idea about what I am after: https://unshavedmouse.com/ (Disney moves)...
  16. Canini

    The writing thread

    Anybody here doing any writing? Feel free to share your stuff here! https://www.wattpad.com/126934443-jackalopes-the-paradise-of-tymor A original story about jackalopes guarding the shades of the dead from demons in the underworld. I am currently working on having some artwork done for it...
  17. ObsidianTrance

    Obsidian Trance's Prose Corner

    Since I've been so busy, I figured I can share some of my writing in my absense since I divide my free-time into both this and drawing. Recently aside from a fantasy novel that's crawling along, I've been doing some shorts to make up for it and expand on characters I likely won't get to for...
  18. Tome571

    Story Writing Class - Video Series

    Hey everyone!  I started a thread on Reddit to gauge some interest in building your story from the ground up. This was the original post there -  "Hey everyone, I was doing some brainstorming on some things I could do to give back to the community. Most of my experience has been in...
  19. Runako

    Writing Considerations: Tips to amplify the effectiveness of your Story

    Shouldn't your Games be taken seriously? Shouldn't they be analyzed, scrutinized, and examinized (That's probably not a word) My name is Dasheek (Runako), and as an English major I can't help but be drawn to the idea of critical reading. In fact, its just about almost impossible to...
  20. Inmento Riku

    Who is Inmento Riku (Aka why I chose my name)

    I made this character for a fanfic years ago, he evolved into a profile on facebook and some specific forums. He is also used, not as a KH Character, for a book I am working on.I wish for all feedback/criticism. (Both positive and negative) Origin:  Backstory:  Powers:  Magic:  ...

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