09-07-2016, 05:55 AM
(I think this goes here) I am mostly just making this so I can voice a question about writing or storycreation every now and then and maybe it will be answered. If anyone wants to throw in a question or answer one feel free and i'll try to give my two cents back as well. Just keep it constructive and be cool.
So, I am wondering about a certain device that is used to try and illicit feelings for a character in a story. The method or device that I am referencing is when the character in question suffers a type of tragedy. For example, it could be when said character loses a loved one, or they lose their home.
I see this approach criticised a lot because often times the people that were lost (or the thing) usually has little involvement in the story. It's usually something that little to no one knew about prior to the event, and really affects only the character(s) who suffered the loss.
While I see that, I feel like this is a good approach because it helps show how the character themselves are dealing with the tragedy. The tragedy isn't important. It's more how we see thw character evolve.
I wanted to know what you guys think.
So, I am wondering about a certain device that is used to try and illicit feelings for a character in a story. The method or device that I am referencing is when the character in question suffers a type of tragedy. For example, it could be when said character loses a loved one, or they lose their home.
I see this approach criticised a lot because often times the people that were lost (or the thing) usually has little involvement in the story. It's usually something that little to no one knew about prior to the event, and really affects only the character(s) who suffered the loss.
While I see that, I feel like this is a good approach because it helps show how the character themselves are dealing with the tragedy. The tragedy isn't important. It's more how we see thw character evolve.
I wanted to know what you guys think.
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