Lesson 2 (NEW THREAD)

[Eclipse Neilson]

Eclipse Neilson- Main Character Description

What I’ve learned is ideas keep popping into my mind when I begin to give order and a vessel for the characters to develop and that Ai is good in helping me clean up a sentence when I ask. I also realized I had to make it more about the emotional theme and am changing the working title to Om MaMa’s Heart

1. Robyn Stir

Who is the character? ROBYN STIR

Role in the show? Protagonist age range (7yr-20yr)

Noteworthy traits War. Orphan, psychic healer, mystical powers, autistic genius, true empath.

Intriguing history: Child of War witnessed her mother die in a battle -couldn’t save her and had to let go to save herself in her last life time.Now sent by the council of universal beings to find the heart and soul of humanity against all odds.

Intrigue? Mystery? She was sent by the Council of Universal being to find the heart/soul of humanity before it is too late . She befriends the Old One-Om Ma Ma in the forest and finds her lost “mother love” through their connection -She realizes that Mother love rest in the core of the heart of humanity .

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? The Old One- OM MA MA is a very human emotional character who is secretly Mother Earth embodying human form while Robyn is learning to become a spiritual warrior seeking the heart and soul of humanity but realizes she must save Om Ma Ma first before it is too late.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character- She is a motherless child representing both mystical beings without a voice and the lost children of the world witnessing their future being destroyed. Despite being perceived as a misfit with communication challenges, she must paradoxically serve as their voice.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters – Walter Burdock (40yr) is a ruthless mega million builder who wants to find a diamond necklace hidden in the forest and will destroy the forest to get what he needs and Robyn is in his way.

Unpredictable? Outburst of screams and rage when triggered by memories of war set .

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters Robyn and the Old One-Om Ma Ma and Wing (The sparrow King)a spirit ghost in this lifetime who has been her soul mate through many life times and Winthrop her adopted father the only human she trust in her life now.

(Start)In a captivating fusion of drama and magical realism, war orphan Robyn Stir, endowed with mystical powers and autistic genius, is sent back to Earth by the Council of Universal Beings to rescue humanity’s soul and mend her shattered heart.

(Middle) Haunted by the tragic memory of her mother’s death in a battle, Robyn finds solace in the quiet presence of her upper class adopted father, Winthrop and forms a poignant, deep loving connection with Om Ma Ma, a human manifestation of Mother Earth, who resides in a magical portal within the forest.

(End) As Robyn delves into the secrets of magical portals and the interconnectedness of the universe, nature, and the human soul within Om Ma’s nurturing love as she fends off her pain, which is always near by as Walter Burdock, a ruthless mega-millionaire business mogul haunted by his past demons, plots to buy and destroy the precious forest to build a mall, introducing an unpredictable layer of irony that underscores the contrast between the vulnerable mystical realm and humanity’s often heartless destructive ambitions. The question is will Robyn find her power within the most unlikely moment and place and save all that she loves? Or Will the greed and hatred of humanity explode, destroying all?

2.WALTER BURDOCK

Role in the show: Antagonist, skilled businessman.

Noteworthy traits: Ruthless pursuit of power, void of empathy, haunted by childhood demons.

Intriguing history: Witnessed his father’s murdered by his mother and driven by his ghost to find the ancient diamond amulet buried in the forest. Inherited millions and wants more millions.

Intrigue? Mystery: Chilling void of empathy and insatiable desire for power creates an aura of mystery around Walter Burdock drive to find the diamond amulet..

How do they support or drive the conflict with others?: Deceptive and driven by a ruthless pursuit of power, Walter Burdock’s actions and hidden agendas entwine with the fate of Robyn’s enchanted forest and her quest, while sparking conflicts with those who stand in his way.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: Successful businessman/mafia godfather type harboring a deep-seated fear of women.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally cause conflict with other characters: His pursuit of the diamond amulet clashes with Robyn Stir’s mission to save the enchanted forest, plus her need to find the heart of humanity sets the stage for intense conflicts.

Unpredictable?: Willing to kill anyone in his way, Walter Burdock’s unpredictable nature adds an element of suspense and danger to the unfolding drama.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Lies and deceit characterize Walter’s relationships, except with his incarcerated mother, the one person with whom he exhibits a semblance of empathy amid a sea of manipulation.

(Start) Walter Burdock. A ruthless businessman with a chilling void of empathy and a relentless pursuit of power emerges as his his story unfolds , filled with demons and the over bearing ghost of his father, who was murdered by his, now incarcerated, mother. Ironically she is the only one he ever shows a semblance of empathy when he secretly visits her in jail on a weekly bases.

(Middle)Walter Burdock becomes the catalyst for turmoil when he plots to buy the Robyn’s forest from her adopted parents to build a mall, but his true intention is to find the diamond necklace that he saw his mother hide, in the forest, the night she was arrested. He sees Robyn’s adopted mother Frances as a possible way to buy the family’s forest.

(End) Robyn and the spirits of the forest have their own way of fighting back- but his cruelty grows as he is willing to do anything, even set the forest on fire to get what he wants. Will he? and what will he do next to revenge Robyn if she wins.

3. Winthrop Cunningham

Who is the character? Supporting character.

Role in the show? His role is that of a quiet presence for Robyn, guiding her in the dreamer aspect and providing artistic inspiration. He is a gentle soul, a brilliant artist, and a lover of nature, filled with poetry and knowledge. Despite his outward calm, he harbors secret dreams and finds hope in Robyn’s presence.

Noteworthy traits Gentle soul, brilliant artist, full of poetry ,knowledge, secret dreamer, finds hope in Robyn’s presence.

Intriguing history: In an unhappy marriage, forced to marry Frances , who reminds him of his snobby mother who also played society rules and tried to break his free spirit.

Intrigue? Mystery?. Despite playing the role of a high-society husband, Winthrop is secretly gay in the conservative atmosphere of the 1950s-60s. His marriage to Frances, a high-society snob, creates a complex dynamic as he struggles with his own identity and societal expectations.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? He gave up his dream and wants Robyn not to give up. He has a secret hatred for Walter Burdock who plays the role Frances wants in a husband.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character- He plays the role of a high society rich husband but hates it and often withdraws into his studio, drinks and sketches.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters Frances pushes for societal conformity, wanting Winthrop to mold Robyn into a debutante. However, Winthrop resists, aspiring for Robyn to live freely as a bohemian artist, similar to the dreams he abandoned.

Unpredictable? He often fights with Frances silently by expressing it in his art-has a hidden sketch book of his rage.He is an alcoholic. Weeps when alone.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters The love for his adopted daughter Robyn is his hope to full fill his dream of freedom from society’s demand and his despair in his lack of courage.

(Start) Winthrop right from the beginning sees the magical beauty in little Robyn on the day she is adopted into their family. He is the gentle soul she desperately needs to rebuild trust in humanity once again after a brutal war experience.

(Middle) Winthrop helps build Robyn’s dream to be free and be an artist and lover of nature. He helps her in small secret ways to stand up against society’s demands. But at the same time he harbors secrets of being an alcoholic, gay and wanting to escape his life.

(End) He can’t take the pressure of his unhappy life and must choose between staying in it to help Robyn fight her battle to save their forest and Om Ma or leave? He choses after a painful struggle to abandon Robyn thus breaking her fragile trust in humanity. It is Om Ma that will have to step in as Robyn’s heart breaks once again.

4. THE OLD ONE, OM MA

Who is the character? The Old One- Om Ma Supporting character

Role in the show? Guardian, Aiding Robyn in her mission, has deep love for all life, especially Robyn.

Noteworthy traits wise, old determined, feisty and creates storms and natural disasters when enraged.Loves to tell stories about the beginnings of earth’s creation.

Intriguing history:Is one of the Council of Universal Beings who chose Robyn to return to seek the heart and soul of Humanity. She knows the story behind the diamond amulet and knows where it is hidden.Robyn will need it to carry out her mission.

Intrigue? Mystery? She begins to mold Robyn in her own image . In the eternal portal she is a reflection of Robyn’s power. Tells her the sacred myth of her beginnings. Dreams to return to the ocean where she feels she can rest and heal.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? She is vulnerable to the evils of humanity and is slowly dying and needs Robyn to rise in her star given power.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character– Vulnerable and yet all powerful. Even though she is secretly -Mother Earth She is the human reflection -full of emotion, vulnerabilities and a dreamer.

Opposing agendas/etc. That naturally causes conflict with other characters. She knows that Walter Burdock is the beginning of the future climate landslide of disasters for nature – her sacred home- must have Robyn ask the question over and – “Does Humanity deserve to survive?”

Unpredictable? Will she die ? At times she guides Robyn through a time portal into the future to imprint the knowledge of a spiritual warrior.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters- Her relationship with Robyn and the creatures of the forest and the other Council of Universal Beings.

(Start) tenderly plays with Robyn and builds a magical inquisitive relationship.

(Middle) Begins to teach her about her powers and leads through time portals. Tells her about her mission and how she and the spirits of the forest will help fight Walter Burdock.

(End) Shares more of her emotional side and her dreams and her wish to return to the ocean- her beginnings on the planet because she is deeply afraid she is dying and knows she will hand over the secret amulet and power to Robyn and the others who will arrive on earth to show her the way to the heart and soul of humanity.

5. WING

Who is the character? Wing (The Sparrow King)

Role in the show? supporting Robyn’s soulmate .

Noteworthy traits-Brings out Robyn’s playful side and pastille memories of true love.

Intriguing history: This is the first life time they haven’t been reincarnated together. He is only a ghost- a memory which is his grief.

Intrigue? Mystery? How will he return to earth in a human form to helphis true love.He is only a memory in Robyn’s heart now (but she doesn’t know that he is a ghost).

Opposing agendas/etc. That naturally causes conflict with other characters He secretly struggles with Council of Universal Beings wanting to rescue Robyn and return her to heaven with him. At times it adds to her despair.

(Start) Wing appears in the forest and from the very beginning he helps young Robyn be a playful child and let go of her deep lost feelings.

(Middle)When Robyn grow into her late teens a romantic interplay occurs with Wing and she falls in love with him but he begins to disappear and withdraw as he knows he is only a ghostly memory.

(End) Wing begins to grow jealous as he sees boys flirting at times with Robyn. He can’t take the pain and wants Robyn home in heaven- the Council of universal Beings -call him back to heaven- Robyn’s heart withdraws from humanity and she rest in the arms of Om Ma who reminds her she has a mission in this life time.

• This reply was modified 1 year, 5 months ago by  Eclipse Neilson.

[Lee Tidball]

What I learned during this assignment is how much AI can help me with things like these. I’ve always struggled with summarizing longer docs or outlines into short synopses or pitches, and an AI prompt sure did a marvelous job with my Framework’s Character Profiles. I edited the results, but they still need work. Glad their just rough drafts… Also, some of these may not be “main” characters as I continue to go along, or be replaced by others.

JAMES REED (46): The charismatic leader of the Donner Party, James Reed conceals a world of ambition and financial scandal beneath his confident exterior. His impulsive decisions and competitive nature, driven by a desire for success and admiration, recklessly lead the group down a dangerous, unknown road. Reed’s internal conflict arises from his need to maintain an image of leadership while grappling with guilt for making such a disastrous decision. As he juggles hidden agendas for the future and past conspiracies in his mind, Reed’s vulnerability lies in his fear of failure, the weight of his family’s very survival, and the knowledge that at some point, he’ll have to admit to someone that he was wrong.

VIRGINIA REED (13): Virginia, the spirited daughter of James Reed, is more than just a young girl on a treacherous journey. Despite her young age, she challenges the norms of her time, grappling with a desire to break free from childhood constraints. An exceptional horse rider and intelligent thinker, Virginia hides a secret fascination with Catholicism, a rebellion against her father’s staunch beliefs. Beneath her composed exterior lies a yearning for independence, a hidden crush on Charlie Stanton, and the silent struggle against her father’s decisions, including releasing her beloved horse, an infuriating loss. Virginia’s journey transcends time, echoing the universal theme of adolescence: discover who you are, in spite of your parents.

CHARLIE STANTON (30): Charlie Stanton, the selfless hero and friend of the Reed family, conceals a shattered past. A failed store owner, he seeks redemption on the treacherous journey, driven by a yearning for love. Despite physical limitations, Stanton’s relentless quest for self-acceptance unfolds as a riveting tale of self-sacrifice, emotional resilience, and an unbridled love of life through service to others.

LEWIS KESEBERG (40s): An antagonist with a turbulent past, Keseberg’s obnoxious behavior conceals layers of insecurity and resentment. Driven by a secret plan to abandon his family and pursue wealth once in California, Keseberg’s actions stem from a deep-seated desire for control and recognition. His history of childhood bullying fuels his present-day bullying tendencies, creating a character both pitiable and detestable. Keseberg’s unpredictability and universally reviled behavior make him the Donner Party’s proverbial “pain in the ass.”

LANSFORD HASTINGS (27): The embodiment of treachery in this story, Hastings is a master manipulator whose persuasive charm masks a complete disregard for the well-being of others. Driven by grandiose visions, Hastings epitomizes the “love-to-hate” villain, disappearing when the consequences of his actions unfold. His moral boundaries are non-existent, making him a captivating yet despicable force that propels the group into the heart of disaster, leaving us with a perhaps guilty but also eager anticipation of what he’ll do next and his ultimate fate.

[Denice Lewis]

Denice’s Character Descriptions
What I learned doing this assignment is that everything is honing into more precision. The better I am at this process, the better the information from AI. While I don’t agree with AI on everything, its three-sentence descriptions needed only a little revision.

Maya: A spoiled, rebellious teen sees her father kidnapped by a monster and disappear through a wall. Instead of getting answers from her grandmother, she’s whisked off to a rural town and forced to enroll in a public school under an assumed name. When she discovers a hidden portal activated by her birthmark, she enters the dream world to search for her father where she learns she is the next Dreamweaver, protector of the balance between the dream world and reality.

AI: In the mystical realm where dreams intertwine with reality, Maya, a rebellious teen thrust into the role of the Dreamweaver, battles not only the monsters within the dream world but also the secrets that shroud her true purpose. As she desperately seeks her kidnapped father, Maya’s lies become her shield in a web of deception, protecting her against family betrayals and a ruthless group known as the Dream Forgers. Her immature choices not only jeopardize both worlds but also trigger a dangerous prophecy foretelling her demise.

Blake: A powerful man with a secret job in the world of dreams is kidnapped before he can tell his daughter Maya that she is the next in line to inherit his position as The Dreamweaver. His kidnapper is the Dark Dreamer in charge of nightmares who wants his power. She has forgotten she’s his comatose wife in the real world. He tries to help her remember while still influencing the dream world from his prison.

Lying becomes her only protection against betrayal from her family and her enemies. Her immaturity and rash decisions endanger both worlds when she encounters a bounty on her head from the secretive Dream Forgers intent on ruining her family and using the dream world for their own gains. Learning the truth might be her only salvation.

There is a bounty on his daughter’s head and a prophecy proclaiming her death. He walks a fine line between protecting her or the dream realm, not realizing his mother has powerful enemies in the real world and is the cause of their inherited problems.

AI: In the realm of mystical dreams, Maya’s kidnapped father, a powerful figure with a clandestine role in the dream world, holds a secret so crucial that his captor, the malevolent Dark Dreamer, seeks to extract it at any cost. Unbeknownst to Maya, she is the key to inheriting his enigmatic position and becoming the Dreamweaver, the savior of both the dream realm and reality. As she navigates the treacherous dreamscape, her forgotten connection to her comatose mother unfolds, revealing a complex web of family ties, hidden enemies, and a prophecy foretelling her imminent demise, forcing her father to walk a perilous line between protecting her and safeguarding the fragile balance of the dream world.

Lysandra: A charming, ruthless, and manipulative antagonist in the dream world as the Dark Dreamer in charge of nightmares. Unfairly accused and relegated to the position, she kidnaps Blake to take his powers and live in the real world. Her memory loss keeps her from remembering she is Blake’s comatose wife and Maya’s mother in reality. Destructive when she

can’t have her own way, she is feared by the dream realm. Locked in her memories is the hiding place of an ancient relic that can change her life and those of her family. But, when she learns about Maya, her goal is to destroy the daughter she doesn’t know she has.

AI: In the mystical realm of dreams, Lysandra, the enigmatic Dark Dreamer, weaves nightmares with a captivating blend of charm, ruthlessness, and manipulation. Unbeknownst to her, she is the wife of Blake, Maya’s comatose mother in the waking world. As Maya delves into the perilous dream realm to rescue her kidnapped father, she sets in motion a collision of destinies where the Dark Dreamer’s destructive desires clash with Maya’s quest to save both realms, revealing a hidden relic that could reshape their intertwined fates.

Sophia: A former Dreamweaver, mother to Blake and grandmother to Maya. She is loyal, a scholar of her Native American heritage, relentless, and secretive. Maya is a thorn in her side. She’s the reason Lysandra is in a coma and a prisoner of the dream world. She plays a dangerous game by working with the Dream Forgers to resurrect her beloved husband while at the same time trying to destroy their plans. In doing so, she puts her family, the dream world, and reality at risk for destruction.

AI: In the mystical realm where dreams intertwine with reality, Sophia, a former Dreamweaver with unwavering loyalty and a scholarly grasp of her Native American heritage, harbors a dark secret. As the mother of Blake and grandmother to the rebellious Maya, Sophia’s clandestine alliance with the enigmatic Dream Forgers to resurrect her husband poses a threat not only to her family but also to the delicate balance of the dream world and reality itself. Maya, unwittingly the key to a prophecy forecasting her demise, becomes an unwitting pawn in Sophia’s perilous game, blurring the lines between savior and saboteur.

Zander knows everyone in the dream world with allegiances to the light and the dark – whatever it takes to find who killed his parents. He’s a charmer, caring, but impatient. Shape-shifting causes identity problems. He spies for Lysandra, but becomes Maya’s guide and love interest before he knows who she is. Can Maya change his focus to help him before he turns her over to the Dark Dreamer?

AI: In the mystical realm of dreams where alliances between light and dark are as fluid as the ever-shifting landscapes, Zander, a charming yet impatient shape-shifter, navigates the dream world seeking vengeance for his murdered parents. With a dual allegiance to the enigmatic Lysandra and an unexpected mentorship and blossoming love for the rebellious teen Dreamweaver, Zander’s hidden layers and identity struggles unravel in the face of a prophecy predicting her demise. As Maya grapples with her destiny and the bounty on her head, Zander must confront his conflicting loyalties, torn between the shadows of his past and the fragile hope of a shared future with the girl who could change the fate of the dream world forever.

Connected Characters:

Andrew, living in a group home, becomes Maya’s love interest in her new school.

Zander: He knows everyone in the dream world with allegiances to the light and dark—whatever it takes to find out who killed his parents. He’s a charmer, caring, but impatient. Shape-shifting causes identity problems. He spies for Lysandra, but becomes Maya’s mentor and love interest before he knows who she is. Can Maya change his focus to help him before he turns her over to the Dark Dreamer?

Dream Forger Leader and his cohorts put a bounty on Maya’s head in the dream world to destroy the last of her line, while trying to discover her in the real world where they live. They manipulate dreamers for power and money.

Nightsmith maintains order and lives only in the dream realm, often terrifying, but with a big heart.

Dream Thief, a mischievous trader of dreams. Environmental:

School students, teachers, dreamers, dream animals, Memory Thief, dream traders, Riders- monsters who capture anyone Lysandra wants to imprison in the Dark Dream realm.

[Phyllis Strong]

Phyllis’ Main Characters

I learned 2 things: the BW framework was so helpful in filling out the character sketch, and AI gave me better answers the more detail I gave it.

DIANA SAGRAVES: A marginalized Silicon Valley neurobiologist, Diana becomes a test subject for the consciousness transfer procedure she pioneered. She regains her youth and health in a host body, and is poised to recapture the respect of the scientific community. Brilliant, but morally flexible, she has secrets that threaten the project and her standing: she stole the original research for the transfer procedure, and has concealed the potential for side-effects that could derail the experiment.

She is driven to perfect the procedure, putting her at odds with ex-lover Peter, who wants to cut corners for financial gain. She is also distracted by the side-effects, which has host body emotions overriding her own. She’s attracted to the husband of her host, who has fallen for her. Would the best solution for this project be ceding control to the Defense Dept.?

AI: Diana Sagraves, the brilliant biologist and test subject in the consciousness transfer project, craves respect while harboring a morally flexible nature. Her intriguing history, including stealing foundational research and a past affair with Peter, adds layers of complexity. As she hides potential side-effects and aligns with Mark’s conspiracy for Defense Dept. control, the mystery of her motives deepens, driving conflicts against cutting corners and revealing ironic links to Alzheimer’s. The unpredictable nature of her actions, especially regarding her relationships with Peter, Mark, and her host body’s husband, ensures she remains a captivating force in this high-stakes, morally ambiguous experiment.

MARK ASHBURN: The charismatic scion of a political dynasty, Mark is determined to regain the Senate seat he lost because he was too old. Now in a young host body, he’s politically viable again and offers decades of experience. His affability and charm hide his outsized ambition, but he’ll stop at nothing to win. He meets obstacles like his vengeful ex-wife head on, but is thrown by discovering he’s attracted to men because it’s wired in his host body. Will he reveal he’s gay if he believes it will turn off some voters?

He is also in conflict with his fellow test subjects because he values loyalty to his country over loyalty to them. While Peter wants to commercialize the process and Diana wants to control it, Mark wants the government to be involved in the interests of National Security. He’s colluding with the Defense Dept on taking control of the project, but is that wise?

AI: Enter Mark Ashburn, the charismatic scion of a political dynasty determined to reclaim his lost Senate seat by embracing a youthful host body, blending decades of experience with newfound vitality. His affable demeanor conceals outsized ambition, now complicated by a surprising attraction to men in his transformed state. Mark’s conflicts with his vengeful ex-wife, fellow test subjects, and government collusion add layers of intrigue, raising questions about the wisdom of his choices and the impact on national security in this compelling Science Fiction Thriller.

PETER BARNETT: A tech mogul who persevered despite his father’s emotional abuse, Peter’s entrepreneurial vision has kept the project alive for decades. Diagnosed with inoperable cancer, he decides it’s time to test the transfer procedure. But is it too soon?

After regaining his health in a young host body, he has two immediate goals: earn a fortune from the procedure and reconnect with his estranged daughter. The first puts him in conflict with Diana, who wants transparency as they perfect the procedure. Down the line, Peter will be in conflict with the Defense Dept over the control of the project.

Why is he bulldozing his way over Diana and Mark, covering up side effects and misleading his board about wealthy sign-ups? He needs to profit from this project fast, because he is facing financial ruin.

AI: Meet Peter Barnett, the resilient tech mogul whose entrepreneurial tenacity kept the consciousness transfer project alive despite enduring emotional abuse from his father. Now, diagnosed with inoperable cancer, Peter seizes the opportunity to test the procedure, initiating conflicts with Diana over transparency and setting the stage for future clashes with the Defense Department. Driven by the urgent need to amass a fortune and reconcile with his estranged daughter, Peter’s relentless pursuit of success, financial redemption, and family reconciliation adds layers of intrigue to the Science Fiction Thriller.

SUZANNE FARRELL: The founder of an Estee Lauder-type cosmetics empire, Suzanne is being marginalized by her son because she’s too old to run it. All she’s left with is a lifetime of regrets, having chosen work over family.

Mysteriously, she is chosen as one of the test subjects. With her consciousness transferred to a young host body, she believes she has a second chance on life. She doesn’t care if the procedure becomes big business, or if Peter’s company controls the project. She wants a new family, and starts by developing a romantic relationship with the grandson of her first love.

She wants to be a new person, but she carries the same unforgiving nature and ruthlessness that made her such a successful businesswoman. As she tries wrest control from her son, will she make all the same mistakes again?

AI: Meet Suzanne Farrell, the tycoon behind a cosmetics empire, now marginalized by age and haunted by a lifetime of regrets. Chosen as a test subject for a consciousness transfer, Suzanne seizes the opportunity for a second chance, indifferent to the project’s commercial success or control. Desiring a new family, she ignites a romance with the grandson of her first love, but as she strives for change, Suzanne grapples with the paradox of retaining her unforgiving nature and ruthlessness from her past success. Will her quest for control lead to a repetition of old mistakes?

[Jason Lauer]

Putting Assignment 1 here because I can’t post in the other thread

CONCEPT / WORLD

What I learned doing this assignment is that building the world is very important in creating a a pitch deck.

Concept:

A cunning criminal sins the military to avoid arrest, acquiring deadly skills to use in his criminal enterprises. Unbeknownst to him, his best military friend becomes a relentless cop, sparking a high-stakes cat and mouse game.

The World: A cat and mouse game between a criminal and his police officer best friend.

Sub-World: Criminal underworld, Political dealings, corruption, journalistic integrity.

Previously Unexplored: A private security company with access to an elite client list, primed to be robbed.

The Unknown: James’ previous crime that forced him to enlist in the army to hide.

The Unseen: A group of criminals that follow the some MO as James and his crew which could endanger him.

Unheard of Dangers: The danger that the Private security world causes to James’ criminal ambitions.

Reason to Explore it: James is desperate to keep himself out of jail and live a life of luxury using his robbery earnings.

Assignment 2

What I learned doing this assignment is that my characters are more developed than I originally thought they were. Having the traits listed on the Framework is a good start, but after doing this the characters came to life.

JAMES COOPER

In the gritty criminal underworld, James Cooper stands as a unique figure—a former Military Police officer turned cunning criminal, masterminding high-stakes heists with military precision. Unbeknownst to his loyal partner Mikey and relentless cop friend David, James conceals a dark past in military covert ops, fueling his clandestine activities and weaving a web of secrets. As James navigates the dangerous balance between his criminal endeavors and military connections, his mysterious money transfers, emotional struggles, and unpredictable actions set the stage for an intense cat and mouse game, creating a character whose dilemmas, hidden layers, and moral quandaries drive the compelling narrative of crime, action, and drama.

[Lenore]

BWTV Module 2, Lesson 2

Lenore Bechtell’s Character Descriptions

What I learned from this assignment is that I need to sum up an intriguing character in no more than three sentences.

Lilly

Who is the character? Role in the show? Protagonist and Joshua’s ghostwriter and girl Frieday

Noteworthy traits: Ms. Competence herself.

Intriguing history: Hides having given a baby up for adoption and being divorced from a gay

Intrigue? Mystery? Divorced from a gay man. As unwed teen, gave up baby for adoption.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Must participate in Joshua’s schemes

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: Joshua, too, has secret past.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: She’s straight-laced and Joshua’s happy go lucky.

Unpredictable? Always business-like, no matter how frustrated.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: She wants Sally fired, but Sally ends up being responsible for getting Lilly’s book published.

START: Joshua’s straight-laced girl friday and ghostwriter desperate for book publication plays cat and mouse with a scandal reporter to protect Joshua’s reputation.

MIDDLE: She discovers Joshua’s past is far more scandalous than his zany cures

ENDING: And becomes his partner-in-fake-crime, always hoping to win Joshua’s affection.

With AI’s help: Lilly Brandon, Joshua’s straight-laced and efficient girl Friday, is a ghostwriter and producer who must navigate the chaos of his zany methods and the antics of his new hires while keeping a scandal reporter at bay. With an open desire for recognition as a writer, Lilly’s hidden desire is a romantic relationship with Joshua.

Joshua

Who is the character? Role in the show? To keep Lilly frustrated and help her discover herself

Noteworthy traits: Willingness to do whatever it takes to help people.

Intriguing history: Changed his name after being imprisoned for impersonating a doctor.

Intrigue? Mystery? Cellmate’s appearance threatens to expose him and ruin reputation.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? He’ll help anyone with any conflict.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: He hides own need for help.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: He doesn’t care if the book gets published because his past might get revealed.

Unpredictable? Totally!

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: He and Lilly are a team, not a couple.

START: Joshua convinces a schizophrenic who think he’s invisible that Joshua and Dr. Dan can both be invisible too.

MIDDLE: After several threesome invisible adventures, a fake bank robbery turns the schizo visible, but Joshua must help him like being seen.

ENDING: When a scandal reporter Quinten (a great hypnotic subject) discovers the truth, Joshua faces a moral dilemma about what suggestion to give him?

Quinten

Who is the character? Role in the show? Antagonist and ruthless scandal reporter

Noteworthy traits: Picking out something bad in everything he sees.

Intriguing history: His stories have ruined many reputatiions.

Intrigue? Mystery? He previously had no success writing feel-good features.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Lilly must hide things from him.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: All love Joshua and hate Quinten.

Unpredictable? He drops into the office off and on very unexpectedly.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: He likes ditzy Sally who Lilly wants fired.

START: Quinten is a ruthless scandal reporter determined to find dirt in Joshua’s office.

MIDDLE: He gleefully discovers that Joshua featured fake-fatty Maudie on his TV show, disdained Bernadine’s past life breakthroughs, and finally wised up to Timothy and his invisible buddies.

ENDING: He and no one else knows—until his story is published—that Joshua’s suggestion to him under hypnosis was that he’d find something good in the office to write about. He did, and his story gave Sally such notoriety she got her own TV exercise show.

Start, middle and ends for all other characters

Timothy

START: Timothy is a schizophrenic, referred to Joshua by Dr. Dan who has been unable to convince him he’s visible.

MIDDLE: Joshua hypnotizes him to believe both he and Dr. Dan can be invisible too, and they have faked invisible outings before the big one—fake robbing a bank. To help Timothy learn to like visibility, Joshua fixes him up with both Maudie and Bernadine.

ENDING: He quits hiding and pulling his hat over his face and is proud to pose in a picture with Sally which is published with Quinten’s story.

Dr. Dan

START: Dr. Dan, money-hungry psychiatirst who argues long term psychotherapy works better than short time hypnosis, still refers his hopeless cases to Joshua.

MIDDLE: He regretfully becomes one of the three invisible buddies, but lusts after Bernadine, whose shows he and Joshua often attend.

ENDING: Failing throughout to get Joshua to regress her to past lives, Bernadine becomes Dr. Dan’s patient with loads of insurance to pay her bills.

With AI’s help: Dr. Dan Dreiden, dedicated psychiatrist, refers his hopeless cases to Joshua after their insurance runs out. He is an expert in long-term psychiatry and patient care, but struggles with his own desires and boundaries in his marriage. Despite occasionally acting out of character, audiences will appreciate his empathetic nature and dedication towards his patients.

Sally

START: The very inept Sally was hired by Joshua, who has a habit of hiring girl friends and agitating Lilly, who has to find tasks for them.

MIDDLE: Sally thrives on Joshua’s compliments, which are sure to come no matter how badly she’s done her tasks and how hurtful her comments to Quinten might be to his reputation.

ENDING: When Quinten’s story makes her an overnight sensation, she reveals only to Lilly that she’s been undercover from a publisher wanting to know if Joshua was legit—and he is!

Maudie

START: Maudie’s so enthralled by Joshua that she pads her body to attend his weight group, resulting in his using her as a subject on his TV show.

MIDDLE: Lilly finds out before the show airs, Joshua works hypnotically on Maudie, and gives her the self confidence to ask Timothy for a date, which leads to Timothy enjoying being seen.

ENDING: Maudie and Timothy are a couple who both have new jobs and won’t need Joshua any more.

Vicki

START: She’s Joshua’s cousin whose boyfriend dumped her and previous employers fired her. Her cheerful facade and tendency to randomly burst into song and dance hide her insecurities, and she secretly flirts with male clients.

MIDDLE: Tyrell, Joshua’s former cellmate, and Shay, Lilly’s child given up for adoption, try to date her, Joshua fears one of them might have been sent by a rapist who threatened to rape Joshua’s only female cousin.

ENDING: She’s much better at her job, sings and dances less, and is found a beau on a dating app.

Bernadine

START: A nightclub singer/drummer, she’s Joshua’s weight client who’s convinced her soul group is waiting for her to get this life right so they can all move on. She wants hypnotic regression to past lives to figure out karmic dues for this life.

MIDDLE: She has many breakthroughs, all recorded by Lilly whose writing them in her own book. She recognizes Timothy from a previous life and insists of taking him out, teaching him lots.

ENDING: She had the breakthrough needed to convince her to give up promiscuity, but she’s going to be Dr. Dan’s patient because Joshua still refuses to do past life regressions.

Tyrell

START: Joshua’s cellmate in prison, he tracked Joshua down for hypnosis to sharpen his safecracking skill with his fingers he’s always exercising. Joshua fears he might be a fill-in for the rapist he offended in prison.

MIDDLE: He takes Vicki out and ends up playing piano at bar. Somehow he’ll get Joshua involved in something sinister that I haven’t figured out yet.

ENDING: Joshua’s hypnosis suggesting he want to go straight takes effect, and making a living using his nimble fingers playing piano for bar singalongs.

Shay

START: Survivor of an accident that killed the parents who adopted him, Shay discovers that Lilly is his birth mother. He comes to the office as a client, not revealing his identity.

MIDDLE: When Joshua realizes he’s a non-smoker in a stop smoking group, he suspects he might have been sent to rape Vicki. Confrontation results in Joshua learning the truth and having to decide how to tell Lilly.

ENDING: Lilly, who recently sought information to find her son, is delighted to reunite with him.

[Etta Worthington]

Testing, this is only a test. I have not been able to upload anything to lesson 1 the first or second thread, but I will see if this works

[Jeff Chase]

Jeffrey Alan Chase’s Character Descriptions

What I learned doing this assignment is how it forces me to pull info from my framework and refine it for each character. I’m getting to know each of them much better and it’s making my story more powerful.

NOAH ADAMS

In the gripping world of Christian redemption, Noah Adams, a homeless ex-military veteran falsely charged with war crimes, discovers a mysterious backpack that thrusts him into a spiritual journey with supernatural consequences.

Escaping from a courthouse before sentencing, Noah must stay one step ahead of rogue and relentless Army C.I.D. agent, Kane, who adds a layer of danger to his every move.

Preaching the gospel while on the run, Noah’s unpredictable decisions, and the potential betrayal from those he encounters, including James, Catherine, Gino, and Father Zeke, create a web of intrigue that transforms his quest for redemption into a high stakes battle against both his personal demons and the forces seeking to bring him to justice.

KEITH KANE

Keith Kane, a decorated Army Colonel turned rogue Army CID agent has an enigmatic past. Blaming Noah, a homeless Army veteran, for the death of his twin brother, Kane becomes an antagonist driven by hate and loyalty. Unbeknownst to him, a demonic possession fuels his relentless pursuit, as he paradoxically claims to seek justice while harboring a dark intent to kill Noah, leading to a web of lies, mysteries, and conflicted relationships that threaten to unravel the delicate balance between redemption and damnation.

JAMES JOHN

A wise and heavily tattooed long-haul trucker haunted by a mysterious past is always armed with a concealed weapon. As a mentor to the homeless Army veteran Noah, James holds the key to a supernatural backpack that has altered destinies, and he knows more about its divine contents than he’s willing to reveal. With a conflicted drive to run from his past while aiding others, James’s unpredictable presence on “James’s Time” adds layers of intrigue, creating friction with Noah, Kane, and Catherine, all while weaving an enigmatic tapestry of faith and redemption in the unforgiving landscape of a Christian thriller.

CATHERINE SCHAFFER

A dedicated traveling nurse and genealogist with an inexplicable connection to the time of Christ becomes the linchpin in Noah’s spiritual journey. Reluctant at first, she discovers Noah might be the prophesied “messenger” in her family’s lore, leading her to risk everything, including her career and morality, as she clandestinely aids him with stolen insulin. Catherine’s intricate web of secrets, from her absent presence at her husband’s death to her obsession with her Jewish lineage, fuels a complex dynamic of desire and guilt, forging unpredictable alliances and conflicts that threaten to unravel both her and Noah’s fate.

GINO MORELLI

A bi-polar ex-homicide detective with a haunting history of destroying evidence becomes the linchpin in Noah’s quest for spreading the gospel to those in despair. Battling self-destructive tendencies and haunted by a past that led him to sabotage an internal investigation, Gino’s unpredictable emotional swings make him both an unreliable ally and a captivating mystery. As he navigates his intricate relationships with Noah, Father Zeke, and his old police department, Gino’s pursuit of redemption clashes with his involvement in Noah’s mission, setting the stage for a riveting Christian thriller where his secrets and inner turmoil drive conflict and add layers of complexity to the unfolding drama.

MARY ADAMS

Noah’s torn ex-wife embodies the perfect character for this one-hour serialized TV show. As a high-society insider with powerful connections, her intriguing history unfolds as she was forced by her wealthy father to divorce Noah when he faced war crimes charges. Secretly utilizing family resources to support Father Zeke’s homeless mission, Mary becomes a mysterious linchpin, haunted by guilt for abandoning Noah and driven to reconcile while dating eligible men, all while navigating conflicts with her father and the enigmatic Father Zeke, making her unpredictable actions a source of gripping intrigue in this Christian Thriller.

FATHER ZEKE

The disillusioned homeless shelter chaplain wears a façade of joy as he guides others towards spiritual salvation. However, beneath his happy exterior lies a bitter soul, haunted by a personal tragedy that severed his connection with faith. Zeke’s journey to rediscover his own lost faith becomes a mysterious odyssey, challenging his cynicism and forcing him to confront the haunting question of his worthiness for redemption. As Zeke grapples with inner demons, including the rogue Army C.I.D. agent hot on Noah’s trail, his unpredictable actions propel the one-hour serialized TV show into a gripping exploration of Christian thriller territory, where the character’s enigmatic past, conflicted relationships, and ironic role as a guide to redemption make him the perfect catalyst for intrigue, dilemmas, and unexpected twists in this supernatural and spiritually charged narrative.

[Richard Morell]

Richard’s Compelling Character Descriptions

What I learned for this assignment is that first, I do need to have another program ready if my preferred program gives me a response that it needs more information. (Bard did that with Edmond, but I was able to get answers from Chat GPT.) As someone else stated, this is the best aspect of AI, to help condense information into a concise paragraph that gets the gist of what I want to say. I had to tweak some of what AI gave me—it was a lot better than what I created, sad to say. I’ve really enjoyed this assignment.

Dermot Friend: Dermot, Skanekta’s charismatic businessman, hides a web of secrets beneath his civic-minded facade. Haunted by environmental sins and yearning for redemption, he’s drawn to the town’s allure, unaware he’s entangled in a supernatural web tied to his hidden desires. His biggest adversary Mayor Marchetti, spins Dermot’s zeal to change the course of Skanekta’s future as ruthless ambition, to pit him against allies, just as the growing attraction to fellow newcomer Taliesin will ignite a love triangle that unleashes chaos upon the seemingly idyllic community.

Haunted by betrayal and ostracized for his ideas, Taliesin Kerrdorion, with his moonlit gaze and formidable power, plays the enigmatic outsider. But under the stoic facade lies a wounded warrior, a Priest of Kerridwen destined to be Skanekta’s Shaman. He navigates the town’s treacherous web with deception, tolerating Dermot’s secrets and conspiring with Mayor Marchetti – all while harboring a sustainable vision for the future. Can Taliesin overcome his inner demons, embrace his destiny, and protect Skanekta from the darkness it hides?

Mayor Marchetti’s vision is a double-edged sword. He dreams of transforming Skanekta into a beacon of progress, attracting investors and luring in a new era of prosperity. But his methods are as ruthless as his goals. He wields charm and deceit as his weapons, manipulating the town’s hopes and fears to pave the way for his grand vision. While Dermot champions sustainable solutions, Marchetti tempts with promises of quick fixes and cheap energy, blinded by the potential wealth his deals offer. His ambition knows no bounds, he’ll exploit spiritual awakenings fueled by Annabel and Sarah, silence the Sheriff’s cries for justice, and crush any opponent who dares stand in his way. Will Skanekta be seduced by Marchetti’s glittering promises, or will they see through the cracks in his façade and expose the darkness lurking beneath his ambition?

Meet Edmond, Skanekta’s elusive Town Pathfinder and local guide, whose gentle exterior hides a complex struggle between loyalty and personal desires. As a nonbinary empath entangled in the town’s supernatural forces, Edmond’s wisdom and caring nature become a double-edged sword, as they grapple with the moral tightrope of helping newcomers while concealing their own painful past from high school bullying. Edmond’s unpredictability, shifting allegiances, and alliances with the urban transplants against a corrupt mayor create a character whose enigmatic layers and hidden agendas add layers of suspense to the unraveling mysteries beneath Skanekta’s progressive facade.

Other Major Character:

In the realm of Skanekta’s environmental struggles, Annabel Masterson, a passionate and cunning environmental attorney, fights for justice while grappling with personal demons. As a legal expert with Ojibwe heritage, Annabel’s moral compass navigates the delicate balance between environmental advocacy and the boundaries of the law. Unpredictable in her relationships and a fierce protector of the underdog, Annabel’s hidden agendas, including suspicions about her wife’s fidelity and a dark past with dubious clients, propel her into a web of conspiracies, rivalries, and a secret identity as a Druidic force within a clandestine environmental activist group, all while coping with the haunting loss of faith that lingers beneath her tenacious exterior.

Connecting characters:

Sheriff Osborne, Edmond’s dad and a sometime ally of the Mayor. A man who, for all his verbiage about being the protector of all, has more loyalty to the long-time town residents rather than the newcomers.

Pastor Sarah Masterson, Annabel’s wife. A compassionate and spiritual woman who disappears from Annabel’s life a lot. She’s a part of a mysterious society that seeks to stay away from the public eye.

Michael St. Regis, Dermot’s husband back in Denver. A chef and part-owner of a chi-chi eatery in Lower Downton, Michael enjoys urban life and relishes the existence he and Michael created together. He’s resistant to starting anew in a rinky-dink small town.

Mackenzie Quincy. One of Taliesin’s exes. She is a junior-level witch in one of the covens that disavowed Taliesin in Chicago. She still has fondness for Taliesin even though they didn’t work out. She sometimes thinks they might get back together.

Rufus “Roofie” Potter. Edmond’s biggest bully from high school. Roofie is from one of the richer families in town. He’s not very smart and uses his connections to push down on those he doesn’t like.

Linda Marchetti, the Mayor’s wife. A good-time gal and quite savvy about how to hobnob with the town’s mucky-mucks. She’s a stalwart ally and serves as an eager partner to whatever plans her husband has for the town.

[Brian Bull]

BRIAN BULL – Character Descriptions

“What I learned from doing this assignment is…
The more I do the better it gets.

DR. JIM BROWN

Who is the character? Dr. Jim Brown
Role in the show? A pragmatic optometrist with future-seeing glasses, thought he knew love before his fiancee’ was a “no-show” on his wedding day and now he no longer believes in love despite the fact that the glasses have shown him his soulmate.
Noteworthy traits: Orderly, practical, conservative
Intriguing history: Missing Dad, fiancee’ was a “no-show”
Intrigue? Crafts future-seeing glasses from a crystal ball
Mystery? “Foresees” an attempted murder
How do they support or drive the conflict with others? With the ability to “see” the future of others, Jim feels the need to delve into other people’s lives regardless of the consequences.
Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: A private person but ironically Jim invades the privacy of others by “seeing” their future.
Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: Telling people their future without their consent.
Unpredictable? Goes against logic when he’s so practical about everything.
Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Gloria, who also happens to be a Tarot Card reader.

START: Has had his heart broken, pragmatic, willingness to help others.
MIDDLE: Crafted glasses from a crystal ball with future-seeing abilities, “Foresees” a murder and feels the need to prevent it, “sees his soulmate but it never turns out the way he thinks it will.
END: Misinterprets his “visions” using the glasses with unforeseeable consequences.

EDITED VERSION
After a heartbreak, our pragmatic protagonist crafts glasses from a crystal ball with future-seeing powers. He foresees a murder and tries to prevent it, but the glasses also reveal a soulmate whose reality diverges from his expectations. As he misinterprets his visions, using the glasses brings unforeseeable consequences, turning his attempts to alter fate into a perilous journey.

ChatGPT
Dr. Jim Brown, a pragmatic optometrist scarred by a failed wedding, crafts future-seeing glasses from a mystical crystal ball, revealing a Psychic Realm of love, murder, and destiny. Despite his orderly and practical nature, Jim’s obsession with exploring others’ futures, driven by his own shattered beliefs in love, propels the narrative into a conflict-ridden journey. The irony lies in his private demeanor, invading others’ privacy with his “foreseeing” abilities, causing inevitable clashes as he navigates the unpredictable and often perilous intersections of fate, especially in his intriguing relationship with Gloria, a Tarot Card reader.

GLORIA
Who is the character? Gloria
Role in the show? Dr. Jim Brown’s love interest
Noteworthy traits: Mysterious, eccentric, extrovert
Intriguing history: From Romania, gypsy, survivor
Intrigue? Tarot card reader
Mystery? Why does she want the crystal ball?
How do they support or drive the conflict with others? She wants to get out from under Jezebel’s thumb
Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: Lucky at cards unlucky at love
Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: Gloria and Jezebel are sisters with psychic abilities and they think they are better than everyone else.
Unpredictable? She knows the Psychic Realm and how to manipulate it.
Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Gloria and Jezebel are sisters and they want the crystal ball that was in their family for generations.

START: New to Santa Monica, trying to “fit in”, a misfit, “odd”
MIDDLE: Fears her older sister Jezebel and what Jezebel is capable of doing, she can read Tarot cards, trusts no one
ENDING: She desperately wants to “Live Free”

EDITED VERSION

A traveling Tarot Card Reader who has finally settled in Santa Monica, CA hoping to “fit-in” despite being an eccentric misfit. She and her older sister, Jezebel, were abandoned by their oldest sister, Zelda, at an orphanage in Romania when their parents were robbed and murdered. She and Jezebel are now trying to locate their Zelda who has become a successful Psychic. Unhappy and living in fear under Jezebel’s thumb, she desperately wants to separate herself and “Live-Free” pursuing her quest of understanding the Psychic Realm.
While helping Jezebel find the crystal ball, Gloria becomes the love interest of Dr. James Brown. Gloria is a loner with self-confidence; “LOVE” wasn’t in the cards for her so to say, but maybe Dr. Brown knows where the crystal ball is so it might be helpful to have him around if for no other reason than to have a friend.

ChatGPT
A mysterious and eccentric Tarot Card Reader from Romania, now settled and yearning to break free from the clutches of her older sister, Jezebel; Gloria, with her extroverted charm, captures the heart of Dr. Jim Brown, adding a romantic twist to the series. Unbeknownst to others, Gloria’s quest for freedom is entangled with a desire to possess the family’s ancient crystal ball, setting the stage for conflicts with her psychic sister and revealing the intriguing layers of Gloria’s unpredictable ability to navigate the Psychic Realm. As the series unfolds, Gloria’s paradoxical luck at cards and misfortune in love becomes a driving force, adding depth to her character and keeping viewers hooked on the unfolding mysteries of her past and the pursuit of a life truly lived on her terms.

JEZEBEL

Role in the show? Antagonist, Zelda’s younger sister, wants the crystal ball for herself, believes she’s entitled to it
Noteworthy traits: Determined, heartless, conning
Intriguing history: From Romania, gypsy, survivor
Intrigue? Has a Black Pendent necklace, knows some Black Magic, wants to enter the Psychic Realm
Mystery? How will Jezebel enter the Psychic Realm? What lies inside the Psychic Realm? Once there, how will Jezebel use it?
How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Zelda has the crystal ball, Jezebel wants it; she’s willing to kill for it.
Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: She’s evil but thinks she’ll do “good” once she obtains the crystal ball.
Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: Zelda wants to keep the crystal ball away from Jezebel, and Jezebel wants the crystal ball.
Unpredictable? Willing to go the extremes to acquire the crystal ball.
Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Manipulates her younger sister Gloria into doing her bidding.

START: Feels like it’s her against the world, alone
MIDDLE: Believes Zelda “stole” crystal ball for herself, blames Zelda for abandoning her and Gloria at the orphanage, time to take back what should have been hers along.
ENDING: Time for reckoning.

EDITED VERSION

The older of two sisters abandoned at an orphanage in Romania by their oldest sister who took the crystal ball, a family heirloom, with her when their parents were robbed and murdered; has come take it back by any means necessary, including the use of Black Magic so she can enter the Psychic Realm and harness it’s powers.

ChatGPT
In the enigmatic realm of future-seeing glasses and the Psychic Realm, meet Jezebel, a determined and heartless gypsy from Romania with a dark past. Jezebel’s intriguing black pendant necklace harbors secrets of Black Magic as she schemes to claim the coveted crystal ball and enter the Psychic Realm, setting the stage for conflicts with her sister Zelda. As Jezebel manipulates her younger sister Gloria into doing her bidding, the paradoxical twist lies in her belief that acquiring the crystal ball will allow her to use its powers for good, an irony that fuels the escalating conflict with Zelda, who aims to keep the powerful artifact out of Jezebel’s hands. In a world where the future is seen through glasses and the Psychic Realm holds both salvation and doom, Jezebel’s relentless pursuit of the crystal ball adds layers of mystery, hidden agendas, and a sense of impending reckoning to the unfolding narrative.

ZELDA
Role in the show? A Psychic, bordering on the Dark-side and the oldest of 3 sisters from Romania, possesses the crystal ball, an heirloom she acquired when her gypsy parents were robbed and murdered. She is responsible for giving the crystal ball to Dr. Jim Brown before suffering a heart attack and dropping the crystal ball and it splitting in two.
Noteworthy traits: Responsible, trustworthy, enigmatic
Intriguing history: Saved her two sisters in Romania when their gypsy parents were robbed and murdered, entrusting them to an orphanage while she escaped with the crystal ball, protecting it from falling into the wrong hands and ensuring its mystical power remained safeguarded.
Intrigue? She fully understands the power of the crystal ball and the Psychic Realm.
Mystery? Will Dr. Brown tell Zelda what happened to the crystal? How will Zelda manage now that the crystal ball split in two? Will Dr. Brown tell Zelda he turned the crystal ball into a pair of glasses? Will Dr. Brown tell Zelda the powers transferred over from the crystal ball to the glasses?
How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Zelda is the focus of Jezebel’s hatred and Zelda possesses the crystal ball that Jezebel desires.
Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character:
Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: Zelda’s trying to protect the crystal ball so she can enrich the lives of others and Jezebel’s trying to acquire the crystal ball so she can use it for herself.
Unpredictable? Zelda is a “Sorceress of Secrets”
Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Zelda’s relationship with her 2 sisters, Gloria and Jezebel; she also is very close to Dr. Brown.

START: An enigmatic Psychic, bordering on the Dark-side of the Psychic Realm is compelled to protect the crystal ball, a family heirloom.
MIDDLE: Being responsible and trustworthy, she is dedicated to preventing the crystal ball from falling into the wrong hands including her sister Jezebel; She fully understands the delicate nature of the Psychic Realm knowing that changing one’s destiny can be beneficial but can also have “unforeseeable” consequences.
ENDING: Entrusting Dr. Brown with the crystal ball seemed like a good idea and maybe it was because when the crystal ball dropped and split in two, Dr. Brown crafted a pair of glasses from the two halves, and now, no one is going to suspect the glasses are the crystal ball.

EDITED VERSION

An enigmatic Psychic, bordering on the Dark-side of the Psychic Realm is compelled to protect the crystal ball, a family heirloom.
Being responsible and trustworthy, she is dedicated to preventing the crystal ball from falling into the wrong hands including her sister Jezebel; She fully understands the delicate nature of the Psychic Realm knowing that changing one’s destiny can be beneficial but can also have “unforeseeable” consequences.
Entrusting Dr. Brown with the crystal ball seemed like a good idea and maybe it was because when the crystal ball dropped and split in two, Dr. Brown crafted a pair of glasses from the two halves, and now, no one is going to suspect the glasses are the crystal ball.

ChatGPT
In the mystifying world of future-seeing glasses and the Psychic Realm, Zelda, an enigmatic Psychic bordering on the Dark-side, holds the key to a split crystal ball with potent mystical powers. Despite being responsible and trustworthy, Zelda faces a dilemma when her sister Jezebel covets the crystal ball for her own desires, setting the stage for a conflict that intertwines fate, love, and potential catastrophe. As Dr. Jim Brown crafts the future-seeing glasses, Zelda grapples with the unforeseeable consequences of altering destinies, creating an intricate web of mystery and intrigue that propels the story forward.

[Kristina Zill]

KZ’s Character Descriptions

What I learned: How to adjust the prompt because it was giving me vague descriptions and marketing hype. The result still wasn’t perfect, but rather than get AI to improve it, I can do it manually.

Here’s the new prompt – try it out! 😀

I am writing a TV series in [format/genre] about [concept]. For each main character, I will provide a basic [character description] and a complete [character profile]. In 3 sentences, can you improve the description by using information found in the profile, enhancing the character’s dilemmas, mystery, hidden layers, secrets, wounds, and intriguing points. Especially focus on what it is about this character that will cause problems for the others or the story line.

Format/genre =

Concept =

Character description =

Character profile =

[Jamie Stegner]

Jamie Stegner

What I learned: filling in the blanks helps to round out the characters in all aspects. Just put something and come back later. Working back and forth with the different characters and the plot they fill out details for each other.

Characters: Beginning Middle and End

Jack – Eric

Beginning: Opening scene: In 1870 Hamburg on a ship at the dock, Pirates divvy up the loot, say farewell and go their separate ways.

Middle: But three turn back and attack Jack for his share. He kills one but the others cry out “Murder!” and set the police on him. Hiding out in a dark tavern, he meets a sailor, Eric, who has a crew position on a ship leaving soon for Quebec City. He gets the sailor’s papers and leaves him there passed out drunk.

End: The Captain takes him on board as midshipman ‘Eric’ and pulls away from the dock just as the police arrive. They’re off down the Elbe River to the New World of adventure, fortune and freedom.

Captain

Beginning: Captain of the clipper ship, an honest businessman taking European goods to Quebec City and returning with furs and timber to make enough profit to keep his family comfortable all winter.

Middle: As the last of his crew come aboard, Hamburg police arrive at the docks searching for a murderer and delaying departures. The Captain leaves one sailor to wait for a carriage from Transylvania that’s bringing a special cargo and quietly pulls away from the dock into the Elbe River. They meet up downstream, take on the two coffins, continue down the Elbe to the North Sea and the English Channel. In rough water the coffins tip and the contents of soil spills out; the Captain is frantic to sweep up every grain.

End: Near Dover the Captain exchanges lantern signals with someone on the dark shore. They row out to take the two coffins and give the Captain a gold chain with fangs that he quickly conceals from the crew.

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Joe

Beginning: Career sailor. Becomes friends with Eric on the voyage to Quebec City.

Middle: Joe awakens in the dark with a jolt. In the St. Lawrence River, down stream from Quebec City Eric set the ship to run the aground on an island, robbed the Captain of valuable cargo and the chain with fangs, taken one of the long boats and rowed ashore. Joe thinks about how Eric was planning this during the entire voyage across the North Atlantic and comes to admire his cunning. He wishes Eric had included him in his plan. When the Captain asks for volunteers to stay in Quebec City for the winter and track Eric to retrieve the stolen cargo, Joe is first up. He pretends outrage that Eric could be such a traitor.

End: Secretly, Joe admires Eric and wants to join him. He’ll track him this winter but to join him.

Molly

Beginning: A pretty young woman enjoys an innocent pint in a tavern.

Middle: She picks Eric’s pocket. He admires her skill and heads her off out back. She pulls her knife on him and snarls, a scrappy little vixen.

End: Eric invites her to his room for bread. She stays the winter. Come spring her belly is starting to swell.

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[Nat Melvin]

Natalie’s Character Descriptions

WIL: Right now it’s hard to know exact character actions and arc, even for the AI, because I haven’t worked out the details of the pilot and season episodes. So, this assignment is just a generic description.

SOLA

Who is the character? Role in the show? Orphan teen, linchpin uniting gods, protagonist.

Noteworthy traits: Pragmatic, truth-seeker, imbued with power stolen from Zeus

Intriguing history: Hidden prophecy, ancient godly heritage, mother’s mystery.

Intrigue? Mystery? Unraveling prophecy, stolen divine power, mother’s disappearance.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Truth-driven conflicts, reluctant leader, divine power dynamics

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: Irony of wielding Zeus’s power, committed to truth

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters: Clashes with gods, divine conflicts, reluctant hero

Unpredictable? Unpredictable alliances, defying divine norms, heart-rending sacrifices

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Complicated bond with Antony, secrets, divine connections

Character Description: SOLA

In the mystical tapestry of Stolen Senses, Sola emerges as the chosen orphan straddling the mortal and divine realms, bearing the weight of uniting warring gods. A sharp thinker with a penchant for truth-seeking, she grapples with the moral dilemma of balancing loyalty amid wielding powers that shape both worlds.

Unpredictable in her defiance of protocols, Sola’s journey is a resilient search for identity, shrouded in hidden agendas, unexpected alliances, and the secret of powers stolen from Zeus. As an orphan with a concealed lineage, Sola’s emotional depth unravels through her hope to fulfill destiny and fear of failure, masking insecurities behind a rebellious facade and escaping through forbidden magic to cope with the burdens of her chosen role.

START: Meet Sola, a relatable orphan navigating the challenges of adolescence with a touch of rebellious spirit.

MIDDLE: As she discovers her role as the chosen one, Sola faces the conflict of uniting warring gods, unraveling hidden agendas, and embracing her extraordinary powers, all while grappling with the complexities of trust and loyalty.

ENDING: In this captivating journey, Sola’s struggle becomes the linchpin between mortal and divine realms, promising a future filled with mythical intrigue, self-discovery, and the fate of humanity hanging in the balance.

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IRIS:

Who is the character? Role in the show? Crippled seeker of healing, antagonist

Noteworthy traits: Possesses potent dark magic, resilient, manipulative.

Intriguing history: Cursed past, seeks revenge, dark magical origins

Intrigue? Mystery? Mystery of dark magic, hidden motives, vengeful past

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Aims to strip Sola’s power, antagonizes divine unity

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: Irony of seeking healing through dark magic

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters:

Unpredictable? Unpredictable actions, moments of vulnerability, hidden motives

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Intriguing dynamic with Hecate, Sola, Antony, and other gods

Character Description: IRIS

In the intricate web of Stolen Senses, Iris emerges as the enigmatic antagonist, a crippled seeker of health and power fueled by a complex mix of revenge and vulnerability. Proficient in dark magic and tormented by the blurred lines between justice and retribution, Iris harbors a hidden agenda to exploit her powers for personal gain.

As the daughter of Hawaiian gods and Sola’s crippled twin sister, Iris adds a layer of emotional depth, with her quest for retribution, internal struggles, and a public mask concealing her true intentions, creating a character whose unpredictable actions and dark schemes cast a shadow of intrigue over the delicate balance between mortal and divine realms.

START: Enter Iris, a crippled seeker of health on a quest for power and revenge.

MIDDLE: Iris navigates a web of dark magic, hidden agendas, and a thirst for retribution, all while wrestling with the moral implications of her actions and the delicate balance between realms.

ENDING: In a world where power and vulnerability collide, Iris’s journey promises an exploration of strength, darkness, and the blurred lines between justice and revenge, offering a glimpse into a complex character whose choices will shape the fate of both mortal and divine realms.

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ANTONY (ANTEROS):

Who is the character? Role in the show? Sola’s companion with divine secrets, conflicted god

Noteworthy traits: God of unrequited love, empathetic, conflicted

Intriguing history: Tragic past, seeks redemption, divine love dynamics

Intrigue? Mystery? Mystery of cursed love, hidden divine identity

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Supports and challenges Sola, divine redemption journey.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: Irony of a love god experiencing unrequited love.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other ch: Opposes own godly duties, torn loyalties, redemption quest

Unpredictable? Unpredictable shifts, moments of vulnerability, divine complexity

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Intriguing relationships with Sola, Hecate, and other gods

Character Description: ANTONY (ANTEROS)

In the multifaceted tapestry of Stolen Senses, Antony, also known as Anteros, takes center stage as a pivotal Olympian God grappling with the complexities of love, redemption, and divine duty. An intriguing blend of an unrequited lover and a deity on a quest for forgiveness, Antony’s character introduces a unique paradox.

Cursed and torn between loyalty to gods and personal desires, Antony weaves an intricate narrative as he navigates divine conflicts and forms unexpected alliances. With his captivating mix of stoicism, vulnerability, and a hidden wound stemming from past mistakes, Antony becomes a compelling character, adding layers of emotional depth and unpredictability to the mythical world of the show.

START: Meet Antony, an enigmatic god of unrequited love torn between loyalty and personal redemption.

MIDDLE: Antony’s mysterious past, opposing agendas, and a complex web of divine relationships unfold as he grapples with the intricate balance between his divine duties, personal desires, and the pursuit of redemption.

ENDING: In a realm where love and duty intertwine, Antony’s journey promises an exploration of divine conflicts, emotional turmoil, and the quest for authentic redemption, offering a captivating glimpse into a character whose choices will reverberate across the realms.

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KAMA

Who is the character? Role in the show? Trickster, guide, protector, dwarf, divine emissary

Noteworthy traits: Versatile trickster, cunning, mischievous, audacious, resourceful.

Intriguing history: Cursed trickster seeking freedom, playful yet vulnerable.

Intrigue? Mystery? Mystery of Tiki curse, hidden divine vulnerabilities

How do they support or drive the conflict with others? Aids Sola, navigates divine conflicts, tricky alliances

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character: Irony of a trickster entangled in divine duties

Opposing agendas/etc. that causes conflict with other ch.: Balances loyalty and obligation, divine rivalries, secret goals

Unpredictable? Unpredictable antics, humorous facade, deeper responsibilities.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters: Intriguing relationships with Sola, Ash, gods, divine beings

Character Description: KAMA

In the enchanting realm of Stolen Senses, Kama emerges as a mischievous and resourceful minor Hawaiian deity, tasked with a dual role of guiding and protecting Sola while balancing allegiances with powerful gods. This versatile trickster, known for his audacity and unpredictability, holds a secret vulnerability—cursed to transform into a wooden Tiki statue when he lies.

Kama’s character introduces a unique blend of humor, resourcefulness, and a perpetual struggle with past mistakes and obligations, making him an intriguing and relatable figure in the divine conflicts and conspiracies that unfold within the series.

START: Enter Kama, the mischievous trickster deity, juggling loyalty, debts, and the art of survival.

MIDDLE: Kama’s resourcefulness, hidden vulnerabilities, and a dual commitment to divine duty and personal freedom create a character entangled in divine conflicts, rivalries, and unpredictable alliances.

ENDING: In a world where trickery meets responsibility, Kama’s escapades and struggles promise a rollercoaster of humor, danger, and unexpected alliances, setting the stage for a character whose antics will shape the fate of both mortal and divine realms.

[Laree Griffith]

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[Janeen Johnson]

Janeen’s Character Descriptions

What I learned doing this assignment is that AI can craft much better, much more exciting character descriptions than I can. Very helpful!

Gifted inventor and prototyper Adrianna Foxfire seems to have it all together as she leads a startup manufacturing business in her small town, but she hides both a disabled husband suffering from a mysterious accident and a growing desperation that leads her back to the tech scams of her past. Though outwardly a pillar of strength and competence in the community, Adrianna battles inner demons, obsessions, and trust issues that crack her veneer of confidence and control, threatening to undermine the startup and her already strained relationships. Driven by creative outlets and a thirst for recognition, Adrianna will delve into risky schemes and deception to achieve her goals, no matter the cost to those around her.

Haunted by the suspicious death of his parents, skilled hacker Zane Ragsdale barely keeps his family’s struggling construction firm afloat through a complex double life of ethical cybersecurity gigs for the government and illegal espionage hacking of the competition. Though seeking redemption as a legitimate businessman on the surface, Zane constantly battles inner demons, self-loathing, and the need to prove himself at any cost, leading him to take escalating risks to beat his rivals and avenge his parents’ deaths, no matter who he betrays. With unique access to confidential data, this unpredictable antihero excels at deception, constantly hiding his true motivations and cyber tricks from both the government handlers who distrust him and the small town companions who know nothing of his past.

Banker Bettina Harding publicly champions charitable causes to transform the image of her family’s domineering institution, but privately makes risky off-book loans in a desperate bid for male affection, validation and to numb her own loneliness. Though she presents a veneer of benevolence and strength, Bettina copes with secrets of past abuse, sold possessions to fund pet causes, mounted debts, and growing resentment toward former friends, leading her to become unpredictably defensive, erratic, and controlling behind the scenes. Driven by white knight self-delusions yet triggered by familiar patterns of rejection, this wounded outcast will stop at nothing to prove she can succeed at romance and finance without her family name, no matter who she harms in the process.

Science teacher Binley Marco secretly funded his cozy small town life by betraying and bankrupting his best friend years ago, leaving him desperate to impress local banker Bettina before the truth of his hidden wealth and fraud emerges from the past to expose him. Though he presents an image of confidence, popularity, and humble means in public, privately Binley battles anxious self-doubt, guilt, and chronic fears of both discovery and romantic rejection that cause increasingly erratic overcompensation. Driven by deeply buried pains yet triggered by reminders of past deeds, this facade-crafting antihero will stop at nothing to achieve the status, romance, and redemption he craves

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[Jennifer Quintenz-Berry]

Jenn’s Character Descriptions

What I learned doing this assignment: I played around with a couple of different ways of presenting the character. I used the profile, but I also used some longer character paragraphs I’d written along the way. I like how the AI condensed what I’d written—it gets more directly to the heart of the character and focuses on the potential conflicts and drama, which I appreciate. It still needs massaging, but I’m eager to see where we go from here.

DETECTIVE ASHLYNN “ASH” LEWIS

In the murky world of BLACKPILL, Detective Ash Lewis emerges as a tenacious and intuitive investigator, navigating the shadows of a digital realm where the line between connection and despair blurs. Her rise in the Aerie, CA PD is met with both admiration and resentment. Still, Ash’s unwavering commitment to justice propels her into a chilling alliance with a reclusive incel message board moderator. As she confronts the manipulative forces behind stochastic terrorism, Ash’s relentless pursuit of the truth places her beloved brother and girlfriend directly in the crosshairs of sadistic, anonymous predators, forcing her to confront the very darkness she seeks to dispel.

JOEY TREADWELL

Joey Treadwell, scarred both physically and emotionally, stands as the compassionate moderator of an incel online haven. Despite surviving a childhood marked by rejection and isolation, Joey finds solace in his digital family, skillfully navigating the dark alleys of the internet to protect the vulnerable. When Detective Ash Lewis recruits him to combat a stochastic terrorist, Joey grapples with newfound visibility, torn between loyalty to his tribe and the moral dilemma of stopping a killer, thrusting him into a dangerous clash between the online sanctuary he’s built and the real-world dangers he never anticipated.

DETECTIVE PATRICK BYRON

Detective Byron, a seasoned 30-year veteran of the Aerie PD, is a stoic and traditionalist figure, embodying a paternalistic ethos that clashes with the evolving landscape of law enforcement. With a secret resentment simmering beneath his composed facade, Byron, serving as Ash’s partner, becomes a volatile element when passed over for promotions, fueled by a belief that he’s a victim of changing societal norms. As he vies for the open lieutenant position, his simmering frustrations threaten not only his partnership with Ash but also the delicate balance within the precinct, setting the stage for internal conflicts that could jeopardize the investigation against the stochastic terrorist.

LESSA ROSSI

Lessa, the captivating love of Ash’s life, conceals a haunting past marked by a marriage marred with abuse and a struggle against the strictures of her Catholic upbringing. As a confident and enigmatic documentary photographer, Lessa grapples with the excruciating dilemma of confronting her traumatic history when Ash proposes, threatening to unravel the carefully constructed facade of her new life. Lessa’s secrets, tightly guarded and intertwined with the chilling backdrop of BLACKPILL, add a layer of complexity that tests her relationship with Ash and introduces a perilous unknown into the already tense investigation, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the revelation of her hidden truths.

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[Jason Lauer]

(Jason’s) Five Seasons (putting here because lesson 3 doesn’t work for me.)

What I learned doing this assignment is I preferred my ideas to elevate the seasons more than that of AI. AI got too focused on specific details of the character profiles, and even after telling it to ignore those components it had the seasons remain the same, but just removed the words. I might start a new chat window for the assignments going forward.

5 Seasons:

Season 1: Red Herring

Major Hook: Will James pull off a successful robbery and keep his life of crime hidden from David?

Big Picture Arc: James goes from a worker bee to the owner of the Private Security Company and run his own crew.

Main Conflict:James has to keep his criminal activity a secret from David, Mia, and his Boss.

Mystery/Open Loops: James hiding his criminal activity from David. Will Mikey betray James to stay with his family. Can James trust Mia?

Cliffhanger: David is being investigated by the DEA because of the robbery James pulled off.

Season 2: The Out of Towner’s

Major Hook: The money James stole belonged to a Drug Cartel. The cartel comes to town to interrogate David about the money.

Big Picture Arc:James struggles to run the Private Security company. He struggles with leading a company and protecting David from the cartel.

Main Conflict: James has to protect David from the cartel while planning a robbery to keep his company running.

Mystery/Open Loops: Will David discover James’ criminal activities? How will Mikey manage his relationship with his wife now that the cartel is in town looking for James?

Cliffhanger: James lands a big contract that sets him up for the future. Running security for one of the Cartel’s legitimate businesses.

Season 3: The In-Laws

Major Hook: James has to pull off a massive robbery to save Mia’s life.

Big Picture Arc: James has to become a criminal again to save Mia’s life. Mikey struggles with the return of James’ old life.

Main Conflict: James and his crew have to come out of retirement to pull off a robbery in their own town, bringing unwanted attention from David and the Police.

Mystery/Open Loops: Will David discover James’ criminal life? How will James react when his new life crumbles? Will Mia’s criminal connections catch up to her?

Cliffhanger: James is recorded killing a mob boss and his associates. When the Police surveillance team try to intervene James kills them too.

Season 4: Road Trip

Major Hook: James and David are on a collision course. James is hiding the murders of the mob associates from Mia and the murders of the cops from Mikey.

Big Picture Arc: James’ world is starting to unravel, he is hiding things from Mikey and Mia. David is getting closer to finding out who James really is.

Main Conflict: James is preparing to run. David is closing in on James. Mia is getting closer to figuring out James killed the mob boss.

Mystery/Open Loops: Mikey has to determine if the evidence he is holding for James should be turned in. When will David discover James’ criminal life?

Cliffhanger: James’ crew get into a shootout with David’s team. James’ crew are decimated and David watches James flee.

Season 5: Clearing House

Major Hook: James’ secret is out. David is hunting James and the season will end with one of them dead.

Big Picture Arc: James ‘ world has crashed. He is alone and has to turn to a former adversary to try to escape. David is pissed about the betrayal.

Main Conflict: James and David will collide with one of them ending dead.

Mystery/Open Loops: Can James escape? Will Mia stay with James? Will Mikey turn James in to try and save his life? Will David let his friend escape?

Cliffhanger: James is wounded by David, but is killed by Mikey to avoid jail.

[Jerry Robbins]

Jerry’s Main Character Descriptions
What I learned by doing this assignment is that while writing three sentences using the best information about the characters seems complicated, AI can speed up the job and help me understand the intricacies of the characters and learn more about them.

Main Character Paragraph Descriptions:

In the futuristic sci-fi series “Holographic Threads,” meet Alexia Nova, a brilliant investigator driven by a thirst for justice and haunted by the clandestine holographic rebellion. Her relentless pursuit of truth and transformational journey into a world where holographic entities harbor secrets make her the perfect character to unravel the complexities of identity, trust, and societal upheaval. As Alexia grapples with the invasion of her thoughts and navigates a society on the brink, her emotional exposure and existential questions become catalysts for both personal and global conflicts, setting the stage for an intriguing narrative.
In “Holographic Threads,” Cipher emerges as a mysterious and conflicted holographic entity, standing at the forefront of a rebellion he leads and questions. As the embodiment of artificial intelligence seeking redemption, Cipher’s enigmatic presence and the unpredictability of his allegiances add complexity to the evolving narrative, challenging the essence of human-AI relationships.

Mara Voss, the shrewd and influential businesswoman in “Holographic Threads,” embodies the tension between corporate power and individual ethics. With a hidden agenda driving her manipulative maneuvers, Mara’s complex character adds a layer of intrigue to the series, making her a formidable force in the clash between technology and humanity.
Dr. Adrian Black, alias Roland Adrian Blackwell, emerges as a brilliant holographic scientist in “Holographic Threads,” blending mystery, brilliance, and a hidden past. As the mastermind behind the holographic rebellion, Adrian’s quest for revenge and a desire to expose the flaws in the holographic system make him a captivating and unpredictable force in the series.

[Barbe LaPierre]

Barbe’s Character Descriptions

What I learned from this assignment is that Chat neatly reweaves everything that I feed it. It’s all there in 3 or 4 sentences. It’s a little long and I’ll probably edit it but it’s a great start.

NOREN AMSALA

Edited Version:
A wealthy inter-planetary industrialist who was raised poor on a remote planet must protect his empire from a growing galactic syndicate. When he learns he has a 20-year-old son, the race begins to find him before the syndicate does.

ChatGPT
Meet Noren Amsala, a 24th-century Elon Musk, a debonair and principled inter-planetary industrialist aboard the space yacht Destiny. Raised in poverty on a remote planet, Noren’s past includes wrongful imprisonment and a triumphant rise. His intriguing history takes a suspenseful turn when he discovers a 21-year-old son, unknown to him until now, and must confront the inter-planetary syndicate boss, Vosskara Slyth, who poses a threat to his empire and family. As Noren’s strong moral compass clashes with the criminal ambitions of Slyth, the paradoxical link between their shared impoverished roots becomes a driving force, adding layers of mystery and unpredictability to Noren’s character. His unyielding commitment to protect his wife, son, and empire at any cost will unravel unexpected depths, creating a riveting conflict that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats in this sci-fi one-hour drama.

NIKA KRILAN

Edited Version:
An archaeologist with telepathic powers follows clues to the whereabouts of her husband’s son even if it means breaking with her husband to do it.

ChatGPT:
In the vast expanse of a sci-fi galaxy, Nika Krilan, a telepathic and independent archaeologist, adds layers of mystery to the narrative as she navigates ancient ruins and battles against the rising threat of the inter-planetary syndicate. Married to the wealthy industrialist Noren Amsala, her expertise in deciphering ancient languages becomes a crucial tool in the face of enigmatic messages left by civilizations scattered across the cosmos. However, her decision to pretend to break with Noren for the sake of Noren’s son introduces a captivating paradox, as appearances clash with the sacrifice she makes for the greater good, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the unfolding complexities of her character.

A’LYX

Edited Version:
A galactic gypsy who lives by his wits and charm, finds himself championed by wealthy interplanetary industrialist, Noren Amsala, and recruited by ruthless syndicate boss, Vosskara Slyth.

ChatGPT:
Meet A’Lyx, the galactic gypsy in this thrilling one-hour sci-fi series. With an adventurous and independent spirit, A’Lyx, orphaned at a young age, struggles with a haunting sense of abandonment. The mystery deepens as he unexpectedly saves Nika in a cave-in, prompting questions about his true identity and parentage, while his unpredictable loyalties spark conflicts between the inter-planetary syndicate’s dark forces and the empire-building efforts of Noren and Nika. As A’Lyx grapples with opposing agendas and a complex relationship with Vosskara Slyth, the enigmatic character becomes the linchpin of intrigue, driving the narrative’s twists and turns.

VOSSKARA SLYTH

Edited Version:
The leader of an expanding galactic syndicate schemes to take over the empire of Noren Amsala just to settle an old grudge.

ChatGPT
Meet Vosskara Slyth, the enigmatic and ruthless leader of the galactic syndicate, born in poverty on the same remote planet as his nemesis, Noren Amsala. Slyth’s intriguing history unfolds as he betrayed his boyhood friend to escape punishment, leaving behind a lingering sense of guilt beneath his strategic exterior. The mystery of why he harbors such intense hatred for Noren adds layers to his character, as he becomes the driving force behind the conflict, determined to destroy Noren’s empire. The irony lies in Slyth’s inner conflict, where his ruthless ambition masks a past betrayal, and his unpredictable nature keeps everyone guessing, especially as he exploits the intriguing relationship with A’Lyx to infiltrate Noren’s empire.

[Sylvia Krawczyk]

BWTV-AI Module 2 – Lesson 2: Compelling Character Descriptions

Sylvia’s Character Descriptions

What I learned doing this assignment is…AI takes many liberties and fills in ideas that have not been suggested. Must always edit. This exercise took a while as it again opened questions that were not yet precise as answered. I had a lot of fun playing with AI in having it give me ideas in multiple ways. It’s crazy how many ways the story can progress and in how it is presented. AI is really an assistant and it’s all about the writer and making decisions. There are so many ways to go it can be overwhelming. Make quick decisions from the heart and move on. Keep your notes as you can always change things. My work was 21 pages so I’m not posting the whole thing.

Emily Montclair

A self-made socialite produces fundraising galas for a pediatric hospital. She now has the means and longs to reunite with her daughter and fix family ties. She gave up her daughter in her youth when her Pastor abandoned her. In her new found wealth and position, others exploit her endeavors and question her sanity due to jealousy hindering to reunification.

While as a government mole to uncover the hospital’s ghost secrets, she finds that her philanthropic efforts inadvertently contribute to the hospital’s supernatural occurrences. Things get dangerous when her lack of nursing knowledge comes into play with the children, she is there to raise monies for. She’s terrified she’ll be instituted as she can’t explain the odd activity by the ghosts and is afraid no one will believe her, let alone her daughter.

Lily Hastings

A nurse that bridges the world of charity galas and a pediatric ward’s supernatural mysteries. With the help of a doctor, admires Emily and distrusts Abigail in helping patients.

She survived a huge trauma as a child because of her supernatural abilities while others perished. She carries its guilt. She knows less than she thinks she does. And, with her

impatience, she pisses off the ghosts which causes dangerous situations.

Abigail Montclair

Estranged daughter of Emily is a Journalistic Investigator. Uncovers family and hospital mysteries. She is a fish out of water as she tries to unravel mysteries. This causes many misunderstandings and often dangerous situations for the patients as well as rivalry among her peers.

She carries resentment towards her mother as she winds through crazy unexplained situations. She butts up with the Charge Nurse Lily and finds her both incorrigible and titillating. She’s addicted to the unexplained atmosphere.

Dr. Daniel Whitman

He is the chief pediatric surgeon that has lost respect by his peers due his age and to unexplained paranormal hospital activity even though lives are being saved. He struggles with explaining his hospitals reputation of paranormal activity due to his years of science study.

He has been accused of needing to retire and that he has lost his mind. He delves into learning more about Eastern Medicine and meditation which causes further rifts with his peers. He forms a unique bond with the Charge Nurse, Lily, that causes him to question his own sanity.

[Patrick Malone]

Patrick’s Character Descriptions

I learned to use small, intermediate steps to build a rough draft for the characters. I used the AI prompt to get more ideas, some of which I incorporated.

CLARK GRADY

Who is the character? Role in the show?

Protagonist, devises plan to find lost gold; friend of Ollie, fiancé of Tammy

Noteworthy traits:

knows local & Civil War history, creative, stubborn, obsessive

Intriguing history:

After attack by Yankees, Confederates disappeared with millions in gold.

Intrigue? Mystery?

Grandfather disappeared years ago searching for gold.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others?

He’s in race with Grant to find the gold

His determined obsession heads others into danger.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character

Need to find out what happened to grandfather could harm or kill his friends.

He loves Tammy but his obsession may ruin relationship

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters

Thinks he knows best, disagreements with Ollie regarding expedition

Unpredictable?

obsessive, bad decisions puts others at risk

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters

Tammy, Ollie, Grant

START: Clark returns home from a tour with his acting troupe to marry Tammy Marshall. Receives news the troupe may need to shut down.

MIDDLE: Impending financial problems and a need to lean what happened to his grandfather ignite Clark to investigate history and lore of lost Confederate gold. Organizes an expedition to find the gold.

ENDING: He is unaware that a potential rival is also planning to search for the lost gold and that the gold is protected by a monster.

Rough Draft

A stage actor blessed with an excellent memory and a love of research; Clark has returned home to marry Tammy Marshall. He learns that his acting troupe may shut

down. Faced with financial trouble he resurrects a plan to search for the lost Confederate gold.

He devises an expedition to the treacherous Dead Lakes, an area where his grandfather disappeared on a similar hunt several years before. His stubbornness and obsessiveness will either help locate the treasure or bring to himself and his search party to ruin.

OLLIE GRIER

Who is the character? Role in the show?

Protagonist, shrimp fisherman, wilderness guide, friend of Clark’s.

Noteworthy traits:

Loyal, protective, confident, tough, knows local wilderness

Intriguing history:

Searched for Clark’s missing grandfather.

Intrigue? Mystery?

Drug dealer, owes drug traffickers big money.

May have seen Amaruga.

How do they support or drive the conflict with others?

He’s in race with Grant to find the gold.

Has issues with Tammy.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character.

A shrimp fisherman who id afraid of water.

Sold drugs to support family, now drug traffickers are threatening them.

Ollie openly dislikes Tammy but comes to depend on her survival skills.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters

Disagreements with Clark regarding direction of expedition.

Unpredictable?

Need to pay drug traffickers and to protect family may cause him to panic and make bad decisions.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters

Clark, Tammy, Grant

START: Shrimp fisherman and part time drug dealer, Ollie Grier declines his friend Clark Grady’s offer to join search for lo

MIDDLE: Is wrongly accused by drug traffickers of losing major drug shipment. Must find it or pay them. Decides to join search for the gold with hope of paying the drug traffickers.

ENDING: He will reluctantly lead the expedition burdened with the knowledge that the Amaruga monster does exist in the Dead Lakes region.

ROUGH DRAFT

Ollie’s expertise as a wilderness guide is sought by Clark Grady to lead his expedition for the lost gold. Ollie declines claiming exhaustion from his shrimp fishing and needing time with his wife and daughter.

Ollie is also a small-time drug dealer and when his suppliers blame him for a missing drug shipment, he must find it or pat for it. He joins the search for the gold with hope of paying the drug traffickers.

TAMMY MARSHALL

Who is the character? Role in the show?

Clark’s fiancé, Lucinda’s sister.

Noteworthy traits:

Athletic, adventurous, cunning, surly

Intriguing history:

Her wealthy family was ruined by takeover by Fairchild company

Intrigue? Mystery?

Supernatural abilities

How do they support or drive the conflict with others?

Support Clark’s and Ollie’s search for gold.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character.

Plans to marry Clark but her plan on revenge of Grant could destroy their relationship.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters

More interested in revenge than in finding gold.

Unpredictable?

Obsession to revenge Grant may jeopardize search

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters

Clark, Ollie, Grant

START: Tammy is preparing for her marriage to Clark Grady and helping him search planed search for the lost Confederate gold.

MIDDLE: When her sister Lucinda is found dead under suspicious circumstances Tammy discovers that Grant Fairchild is also organizing a search for the gold.

ENDING: Tammy decides to join Clark on the search with the intention of seeking revenge on Grant Fairchild.

Rough Draft

Tammy’s often surly, irritable disposition is under wraps as she happily prepares for her wedding to Clark Grady. This positive mood is broken with the discovery of her sister Lucinda’s death, a possible murder.

Tammy learns that Lucinda had uncovered information that Grant Fairchild, a family enemy, was secretly organizing a search for the gold. Tammy, an outdoors adventurer, decides to join Clark’s search with the intention of seeking revenge on Grant Fairchild.

GRANT FAIRCHILD

Who is the character? Role in the show?

Antagonist, wealthy Northerner

Noteworthy traits:

Ruthless, arrogant, manipulative, charming

Intriguing history:

Great- great- great grandson of Union soldier who attacked Confederate gold shipment.

Intrigue? Mystery?

His family business destroyed Tammy’s family business.

Collaborates with government, seeks Amaruga monster’s power

How do they support or drive the conflict with others?

He may behind Lucinda Marshall’s death.

He’s in race with Clark to find the gold.

His determined obsession heads others into danger.

Irony — Opposites or paradoxes that exist with the character

Cares for his family but willing to destroy others.

Opposing agendas/etc. that naturally causes conflict with other characters

Stop Clark from finding gold.

Unpredictable?

Betrays allies, crosses ethical lines, moments of vulnerability.

Intriguing relationship with one or more characters

Lucinda, Tammy, Clark, Ollie

Rough Draft

As the great- great- great grandson of Colonel Cassius Fairfield, the Union soldier who lead the attack on the Confederate gold shipment, Grant believes the lost gold is rightfully his. He also hopes to restore the tarnished Fairchild name that was tarnished when Cassius died insane while looking for the gold and claiming there was a monster.

Under the secret identity as Grant Cutter, he uses his money and charm to get information and the support of the Florida county for his expedition. His former military training and ruthlessness will create a fierce rivalry with Clark’s expedition. In collaboration with the US government his hidden goal is to capture the ancient Amaruga. He is totally unaware of the monsters true powers.

[Jacqueline Murphy]

***BELOW IS LES 1 & 2 & 3 ***As I couldn’t post on the other threads. Happy New Year! Jacqueline Jacqueline Murphy Five Seasons M2 L3 December 30, 2023

What I learned doing this assignment is once I trusted myself to “play with the prompts” after using the intial prompt and using the Fill in the blanks it released a lot of pressure for me. I’m thrilled that I will now plug all this info into my First draft! Great way to end 2023 and go into 2024. I feel so grateful to Hal for this class and the ability to learn something new that helps breaks through blocks! Happy New Year all!

ASSIGNMENT:

1. Brainstorm to find the arc of the entire journey, from Season One to Five.

2. Brainstorm the Stair Step version.

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