Some time before 2013: Vicki Larnach, the australian composer and lyricist, read the Good Omens book, imagined figures dancing on stage with brilliant music and thought, ‘Ah, I’m gonna ask Terry Pratchet and Neil Gaiman if I can turn it into a musical.’ and sent an email to the publishers. The next day she got an email saying, ‘We don’t want a musical but Terry’s coming to Australia, so come and say hello and tell us what you got.’
Rob Wilkins came down to meet Vicki and Jim Hare - Vicki's husband and writer - and took them to meet Terry. They spent an hour and a half with them where Terry asked ‘piercing questions’, had tea with them and they showed Terry a song that Vicki wrote (about the Chattering Nuns). Terry said to Rob, ‘Rob, write and email to Neil, “Dear Neil, this is Terry. I’m sitting in front of two hippies from Sydney and they want to make a musical out of Good Omens and I’m tempted to let them do it.”’ which was the best email they ever heard and then Terry said, ‘Okay, you have me curious.’ - it was because of the Nuns song which sounded like the book. ‘I’m gonna give you six months, come back with a first draft libretto and five songs.’
They then sent it to Terry who sent it to Neil. Terry said, ‘I really like it, you’re moving story, you’re doing all the right things, but where’s showstopper, where’s the toe-tapper, you know I need people to go to intermission just snapping their fingers with the song they just can’t get out of their head, and I haven’t heard that.’ - and they realized that they were so busy serving the story they forgot to do the wow-factor, but found it very encouraging from Terry that he wanted to make it better.
They went through the whole book again to find a centrepiece - and they found it when Warlock is growing up and Aziraphale and Crowley are with him, and spent months working just on that one thing and called ‘All Living Things’ [the song at the start of this post :)] which is a line from the book.*’ Terry gave that song to a person he knew and asked him to play it to his wife with no context and when the next day the person said that his wife woke up still singing the song Terry said to Vicki and Jim: ‘Well, that’s what I asked you to do.’
* [“This here’s Brother Slug,” the gardener would tell him, “and this tiny little critter is Sister Potato Weevil. Remember, Warlock, as you walk your way through the highways and byways of life’s rich and fulsome path, to have love and reverence for all living things.” “Nanny says that wivving fings is fit onwy to be gwound under my heels, Mr. Fwancis,” said little Warlock, stroking Brother Slug, and then wiping his hand conscientiously on his Kermit the Frog overall.]
Vicki and Jim got the permission to being adapting it as a musical in 2013.
Vicki and Jim on it a couple of years ‘fumbling about’, took it as far as they could and decided to bring another person into it: Jay-James Moody
In 2015, Jay James-Moody joined the collaboration initially as a dramaturge and directorial eye, eventually evolving into co-book writer. Vicki, James and Jay have continued to evolve through countless more revisions and a number of private development readings with the support, time and talent of numerous wonderful Australian performers testing the material.
In November 2017, the musical was presented in its then-current form and entirety for the first time before an audience of over 500 eager attendees. The cast included Luke Joslin, Lachlan O’Brien, Nancye Hayes, Barry Quin, Brett O’Neill, Lauren McKenna, Nicholas Craddock, Paul Capsis, Rob Johnson, Amy Lehpamer, Debora Krizak, Blake Erickson, Nat Jobe, Ana Maria Belo, Jordan Hare, Bella Thomas, Anthony Abrakmanov and Samson Hyland.
Following a rapturous response to this reading it continued to be refined and developed.
In 2019, ten days before the show came out they did their last presentation, since then they’ve been to London and shown a videotape of that workshop to Neil and Rob which was ‘a pretty heartstopping experience’ but both Neil and Rob were ‘so lovely and very generous with their time’ and they were showing it to them and in the intermission Neil said ‘I wish Terry could have seen this.’ (see here :))
Differences between the musical and the book
The ending of the musical is a bit different, they were worried about it but Neil said, ‘I totally understand, the ending of the TV series is different, because I had something that was book-shaped and I needed to make it TV-shaped. And you had something that was book-shaped and you needed to make it stage-shaped.’
It opens with the burning of Agnes Nutter and Aziraphale and Crowley are introduced there.
Act One ends with them ‘essentially breaking up’ because of a huge argument and they dissolve their friendship, Act Two starts with the first time they meet.
The Future?
What is the future for the musical: in 2021 they said that they need to work on some things and then they hope to do another run, initially in Australia.
There will be a CD of the soundtrack available when the show is produced in it’s full version.
Videos
Vicki, Jim and Jay talking 46min about the musical (this video was shown at the Ineffable Con 3 in 2021 :))
Sizzle Reel 6min
Anathema singing The Perfect Place
Crowley calling Dagon to check on the hellhound
Shadwell and Newt
Aziraphale vanishing Hastur 👀
Links
Webpage
Instagram - a lot of more bts videos and pics :)
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hi :) i like to make a big list of things i want to do each summer, and i thought i'd share all the resources i collected this year with y'all in case you want to do any of these things too <3
learn a new language. 🦜
i've collected a bunch of resources for french, korean, and mandarin so i'll be making separate posts for those languages. but here's some of my favourite resources - most of them are based off of krashen’s comprehensible input theory which is why they are fun resources:
french: free grammar lessons and quizzes for all levels, watch french tv, read manga in french, a drive full of french books, a bunch of french culture podcasts, a list of french youtubers
korean: anki grammar decks for all levels, super in depth grammar explanations up to advanced level, a bunch of resources, reddit’s ultimate beginner’s thread, read korean webtoon, talk to me in korean
mandarin: a bunch of anki decks, grammar gamified, reading practice, chinese reading world, mandarin bean grammar points
japanese: core 2000 words anki deck, grammar gamified on renshuu
spanish: language transfer for spanish!
learn to draw. 🎨
this is more just a collection of art related resources. hope they help!
proko’s art library, a bunch of sketching and fundamental tutorials
the complete famous artists course
collection of art books and resources
alphonso dunn’s youtube channel
learn guitar. 🎸
i got a guitar last summer on a whim and have been having a really fun time learning it! here’s the main resource i’ve been using.
learn jazz piano. 🎹
similarly jazz piano is something i’ve wanted to get into for a while + improv. this person’s youtube channel is very cool!
write something and put it out into the world! ✍
i love to write and it took me a while to learn how to submit stuff to journals. hope these help you!
a bunch of resources on how to submit to journals
how to submit to literary magazines by doretta lau
publishing 101
chillsubs, an easy way to find journals to submit to
make your own video games. 🎮
by now if you follow me you know i love to make twine games. here are a couple of cool engines you can use for free!
twine, a text based engine
love
renpy or visual novel resources
bitsy
take a free online course. 🧠
coursera has a lot of options, which i really like. i took Yale’s the science of well being a few years ago and it was great!
make your own music or learn how audio software works. 🎵
audionodes is a cool free browser software that lets you do this without downloading anything!
learn about personal finance. 💵
i feel like it’s hard to devote proper time to learning about personal finance so a lot of us rely on learning as we go, but there are some good resources and tools online that are quick and easy when you have 5-30 min to spare!
PBS Two Cents youtube short vids about personal finance
wealthsimple personal finance 101 (short videos. nicholas braun is in them for some reason)
mint - free budgeting and goals software
edspira - more technical side of finance, accounting, etc youtube channel
-> 🐢 Processing Grief Through Ninja Turtles Masterpost
[ a very loose 'series' of comics exploring grief/loss with rottmnt ]
cw: themes of grief, death, loss of a parent, loss of a sibling. plz be mindful of tags.
Twins Pt. 1, Twins Pt. 2, Last Man Standing, Mistake, Weight, Cass Apoc, Nebraska, Gentle Reminders, The Idea of You, Survivor, Inhumanity, Without Regret
Masterpost of Order Sol's tight gayboy leggings. 1-4: Artworks of Guilty Gear X 2000-2007, 5: Guilty Gear XX SLASH character art, 6: Guilty Gear Complete Bible, 7: limited edition A3 poster included with a Sanwa fightstick for the PS3 release of Guilty Gear Accent Core Plus.
on ao3 as saintedcastiel. thanks to everyone who’s been reading and leaving kudos/comments! if you’d like to be added to my general fic tag list, just let me know! love you guys <3
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By: @thatumbroshirt @chvske and myself
Emotional support: @saintqueer and @suleyu
Disclaimer: I tried to put everything chronologically, but I have adhd (yes that’s my excuse) so you’re going to have to embrace the mess that is my brain. ENJOY (lol)
2019
13.12.19: ONO Los Angeles being a mess: x, x (trying to play the exclusivity card (with amex) which lead to tons of tickets having to be given away)
14.12.19: ONO London is announced only 5 days prior to the concert (afterthought much?). Partnership with amex that doesn’t make any sense in the UK + tikcet giveaway when you buy from the london popup shop only announced after most fans had already bought merch from the shop. x, x
16.12.19: the alessandro michele x harry shirt that was overpriced then bc of backlash they said some part of the profit would go to charity
2020
31.01.20: the cancelled miami show (nfl) and how they let the fans stranded when there was a weather problem/hurricane
31.08.20: harry wears the blue bandana
18.09.20: the umbro shirt: x, x, x
october: harry wears the blue bandana
03.12.20: the variety hitmakers speech. still thank jeff and tommy + thank the label for leaving him alone
10.12.20: iHeart Radio Jingle Bell Ball 2020 --> when fans started to say H looked off: x, x, x
Harry’s store being a mess: x, x, x they still haven’t improved it, never tried to make fan’s experience better.
2021
Jeff getting married but not inviting his family to the wedding??? did they fake a wedding just to launch holivia?
03.01.21: the clown car, having him papped around LA with all his friends while people were dying (peak of the pandemic in LA at the time)
14.03.21: hshq and harry not posting about his grammy win + no hq pics of him with his award
13.04.21: olivia saying she lives with jason at court but then denying it in tabloids + right after holivia picked up again
11.05.21: harry rushing off set to get to the brits + going with tommo only + thanking the people “who have his back” no mention of jeff
29.05.21: harry wears the blue bandana
01.06.21: harry wears the blue bandana
16.06.21: harry has the blue bandana in his pocket
14.07.21: canadian shows getting cancelled and H and hshq not saying anything about it
09.08.21: harry is papped in LA (with O) and is wearing a pink floyd shirt for their album “The wall”, more on that here +
04.09.21: harry not having rehearsed for the US leg showing he probably didn’t want to go back on tour: this video from the first show is very telling + not knowing the lyrics to woman
hslot being a mess
band members not returning for tour, apparently being let go and not being happy about the way it happened: x
no bts content of harry with his band or with anyone really
07.09.21: harry wears the peace ring in Denver
29.09.21: harry singing depressing golden lyrics while looking very depressed
02.10.21: harry wears the blue bandana (while with o)
05.10.21: harry wearing the forrest gump shoes
15.10.21: harry is papped with an “all things must pass” crewneck + more about the song
16.10.21: harry’s kinda shady speech
“We played here 10 days ago… Don’t ask me why! Someone asked me: “do you wanna do New York, New York and New York or New York, New York, down to Florida, up to Pittsburgh and New York?” and I said, “thats a fun trip, I’ll do that!”
29.10.21: hshq adding more hslot shows in azoff owned venues
01.11.21: harry going to a meeting at sony
08.11.21: hshq tweeting from harry’s account while he was on stage. we always knew harry wasn’t the one tweeting but they still kept up the appearance for harries. it all flew out the window that time.
17.11.21: HSLOT Los Angeles 1: harry signaled his arm during the “give me that adrenaline” line in medicine (this ties up to the wall song and explanation shared above)
18.11.21: harry is papped with his two managers + is used as a billboard for apple pan
20.11.21: the therapist moment where it looked like he was two seconds away from a breakdown x, x, x smiling like a maniac/sounding sarcastic
20.11.21: harry getting papped sprinting to his car right after his last LA show. He didn’t seem to be willing to participate in this one. the article was promo for pleasing.
december 2021: harry in italy with olivia fiasco
hslot not being a safe space for him anymore: x, x, x
Jeff and tommy or tom always being there during tour and guarding harry. he was never seen alone, they seemed to follow him like a hawk.
the venues harry performed at during hslot saying they couldn’t take their own pictures and being given the vegas pics: x,
+ anthony pham not being there at every show (green: he was there, red: he was not)
HSHQ supporting olivia wilde: x, x (tagging her but not even H), x, x, >< hshq being silent about mp and not following anyone from that movie
Harry’s managers dancing with O during tour showing they are close: x, x, x, x, x + harry avoiding that part of the stage during tour
Pleasing: seem to be an azoff/harry L/molly H venture more than a H one + the pr package only being sent to hshq friends and not influencers/celebrities
2022
19.01.22: the UK shows getting cancelled and replaced with stadium shows. fans having to buy new tickets. announcing it and saying the sale is the next day so fans don’t have time to think or breathe for a minute: x, x, x (also only announcing it after harries started dragging jeff under his comments on IG)
01.02.22: his birthday party where olivia was there, harry L, molly and the whole of hshq but it seemed like he himself wasn’t.
08.02.22: harry’s shady speech about jeff, some people claimed it was british humor but I explain why I think it was shade here
14.02.22: Tom (one of harry’s manager) papped with olivia on valentine’s day. did H bail on them?
20-27.02.22: O at a restaurant with H and his team. Business meeting, what for?
15.03.22: harry papped with olivia. does it count as as it was promo?
The youarehome account having to delete a pic bc they didn’t have permission to use it. You’re planning a whole campaign but you can’t even make sure you have the rights to post the pics you want???
01.04.22: as it was is released + promo is very shirt and interviews only in the Uk through zoom + no pap pics H stays MIA
02.04.22: rob stringer interview saying how nothing is manufactured about harry styles + quote
11.04.22: the situation with lucius (tpwk)
between 16 and 22: harry maybe went back to louis, would explain why he was so tired for his second weekend
18.04.22: rob sheffield writing about harry’s songs and making them all het
20.04.22: harry’s house leaks + soon after unreleased songs and stunt songs from 1d days: is the source the same or was there a power play between harry and sony?
20.04.22: lizzo is asked to perform with harry
22.04.22: coachella week 2, harry seems tired and angry + sings I will survive (after louis played stayin’ alive after his show) + they don’t seem to have rehearsed much. was lizzo not planned? harry is a professional and coachella is a huge opportunity it seems weird that he wouldn’t put all his mind into it.
Kendall being at coachella with olivia: so strange considering hshq never let his beards be in the same room.
Rolling stone having a photog for coachella but not taking any pics of harry
23.04.22: harry always wears a mask around olivia + videos of his “friends” having the time of their lives at coachella while he looks like he just wants to runaway + him being extremely uncomfortable with her x, x
26.04.22: better homes and gardens interview is released. harry’s talking points are nearly all the same as for fine line. many people have deja vu. He mentions: Britney spears, how free he is and a possible future breakdown.
28.04.22: harry posted the tracklist on his IG stories, the quality of the pic is horrendous we could barely read the titles. HSHQ only post about it one hour after harry (a digital version)
30.04.22: pap pics of harry and jeff are released from earlier this month. right after the fandom started to talk about their seemingly broken relationship. Pics not used as album promo, they are used to talk about olivia getting served.
05.05.22: harry wears this shirt while out with his manager. When harry wore the “toxic people” shirt everyone said that he was shading ellen so I don’t see why the new one wouldn’t be shade too.
Holivia has been detrimental to harry’s image, yet hshq is not ending it. Do they not care about his image anymore? we all remember how fast they ended hess when she started to show how desperate she was.
Harry’s stalkers situation and his team not doing anything to protect him. he’s still papped around his public house, he’s still pretending to live there, ...
All the beards since hendall 1.0 being friends of jeff azoff
Harry being a walking billlboard for full stop and jeff’s friends’ businesses or his beards’ businesses: remember that one time he got papped in london when it was freezing and he was only wearing a full stop shirt? (03.03.18)
Where one's paranoia, or PPD, causes them to lie. Rather, it be out of fear, anxiety, other related feelings, or perhaps another reason. One may lie about their identity/likes or dislikes/hobbies, etc, or bigger lies that may cause them trouble later on. It can be about anything.
Invisparanoic
Where ones paranoia, or PPD, causes an individual to never disclose, or keep private, information about themselves. Rather, it be due to fear, other related feelings, or perhaps another reason.
NPC Paranoic
Where one's paranoia, or PPD, drives them into being an NPC or act like an NPC. This could be due to wanting to blend in without being seen, from fear or other related feelings, or perhaps another reason.
Paranoic Verbalism
Where ones paranoia, or PPD, may affect their verbalism in any way. Rather, it be shutdowns, semi-verbal, speech loss, non-verbal, or however one wishes to describe it.
MOGAI/Gender/Etc related terms below
Paranoicluster - gender in regards to PPD
Vesil term where one's paranoia affects all aspects of ones identity [not coined by me]
My Proposed PPD Flag [with saturated version]
Platonic Attraction/Relationships being affected by paranoia or PPD
Punk ID that is more inclusive to other things, but can be identified with if you have PPD, or experience paranoia
Acespec and arospec related terms in regards to paranoia and/or PPD
Polls will open one per day at 5 pm CST and will remain open for 1 week. Link to polls & current standings below the cut
[Photo ID - four screenshots of a round Robin Tournament with 11 rounds and 5 matches per round. Completed matches have a green checkmark next to the winner and numbers next to each competitors' names. /End ID]
Completed
Round 1
Hulian vs. Mingqian - Winner: Hualian
Moshang vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Moshang
Liushen vs. Ranwan - Winner: Ranwan
Yuesong vs. Qijiu - Winner: Yuesong
Xiyuan vs. Wangxian - Winner: Wangxian
Round 2
Hualian vs. Bingqiu - Winner: Hualian
Mingqian vs. Moshang - Winner: Moshang
Yuesong vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Yuesong
Xiyuan vs. Ranwan - Winner: Xiyuan
Wangxian vs. Qijiu - Winner: Wangxian
Round 3
Hualian vs. Moshang - Winner: Hualian
Bingqiu vs. Liushen - Winner: Bingqiu
Mingqian vs. Yuesong - Winner: Yuesong
Wangxian vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Wangxian
Qijiu vs. Ranwan - Winner: Ranwan
Round 4
Hualian vs. Liushen - Winner: Hualian
Moshang vs. Yuesong - Winner: Yuesong
Bingqiu vs. Xiyuan - Winner: Xiyuan
Mingqian vs. Wangxian - Winner: Wangxian
Ranwan vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Ranwan
Round 5
Hualian vs. Yuesong - Winner: Yuesong
Liushen vs. Xiyuan - Winner: Xiyuan
Moshang vs. Wangxian - Winner: Wangxian
Bingqiu vs. Qijiu - Winner: Qijiu
Mingqian vs. Ranwan - Winner: Ranwan
Round 6
Hualian vs. Xiyuan - Winner: Hualian
Yuesong vs. Wangxian - Winner: Yuesong
Liushen vs. Qijiu - Winner: Qijiu
Moshang vs. Ranwan - Winner: Ranwan
Bingqiu vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Bingqiu
Round 7
Hualian vs. Wangxian - Winner: Hualian
Xiyuan vs. Qijiu - Winner: Xiyuan*
Yuesong vs. Ranwan - Winner: Yuesong*
Liushen vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Liushen*
Mingqian vs. Bingqiu - DRAW*
Round 8
Hualian vs. Qijiu - Winner: Hualian*
Wangxian vs. Ranwan - Winner: Wangxian*
*No 24-hour reminder reblog due to strike
****Strike**** Feb. 18th-25th
Xiyuan vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Xiyuan
Mingqian vs. Liushen - Winner: Mingqian
Bingqiu vs. Moshang - Winner: Moshang
Round 9
Hualian vs. Ranwan - Winner: Hualian
Qijiu vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Qijiu
Mingqian vs. Xiyuan - Winner: Xiyuan
Bingqiu vs. Yuesong - Winner: Yuesong
Moshang vs. Liushen - Winner: Moshang
Round 10
Hualian vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Hualian
Mingqian vs. Qijiu - Winner: Qijiu
Bingqiu vs. Wangxian - Winner: Wangxian
Moshang vs. Xiyuan - Winner: Xiyuan
Liushen vs. Yuesong - Winner: Yuesong
Round 11
Mingqian vs. Wen Xuan x Jian Yi - Winner: Mingqian
TOKYO PREMIERE (13.03.2023):
— Cinema Today (シネマトゥデイ) Interview
— Q&A (🎥 Cinema Today / シネマトゥデイ)
— NB Press Online
— TV Groove (1 / 2)
— Front Row
— Creativeman
— Mezamashi TV
— general blog tag
LONDON PREMIERE (16.03.2023):
— On Demand Enternaiment (ODE): (red carpet / interview)
— PA Media
— London Live
— PVR Cinemas
— HQ Videos
— general blog tag
MEXICO CITY PREMIERE (20.03.2023):
— M&G (🎥 UnoTV)
— Arriving at the red carpet + Interview (🎥 Alfa 91.3 FM — starts around 39mins)
— Q&A (🎥 exafm)
— Q&A (🎥 El Cuadro)
— Press News: Reporte Índigo (red carpet) / Publimetro Mexico / Reporte Índigo (Q&A) / Programa Hoy / UnoTV / Ventaneando
— UnoTV Interview
— Claro Música Interview
— Cine Premiere Interview
— Cinépolis Interview
— Alfa 91.3 FM Interview
— HQ Videos / Getty
— general blog tag
Finally managed to find some good hair bleach. Had to burn down a few "convenience" stores in the process but maybe they should've lived up to their name you can't find shit anywhere on this planet. Collateral damage
Hi there! I love so much the way you explain characterizations, your answers are so helpful I love them! ❤
I wanted to ask a curiosity of mine though: What is a “White Swan” and a “Black Swan” character? And what’s the difference between them?
Thank you in advance for the answer and for always being so helpful to us writers 🙏🏻❤
How to Write a White Swan and Black Swan Character in a Novel
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Have you ever read a novel and found yourself captivated by certain characters that stood out from the rest? These characters, with their distinct personalities and unique traits, often play a crucial role in driving the plot forward. In the world of literature, two archetypes that frequently appear are the White Swan and the Black Swan characters. Each archetype represents a different side of the human experience, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of human nature. In this blog post, we will explore what these archetypes represent and provide a step-by-step guide on how to create compelling White Swan and Black Swan characters in your own novel.
Understanding the White Swan and Black Swan Archetypes
Before delving into the process of creating these characters, it is essential to understand what the White Swan and Black Swan archetypes represent. The White Swan character is often portrayed as the epitome of goodness, purity, and innocence. They are the individuals who embody moral righteousness, inspiring hope and optimism in both the story's world and its readers. On the other hand, the Black Swan character represents the darker side of human nature. They are complex, morally ambiguous, and often engage in actions that challenge societal norms. These characters exude a certain allure, drawing readers into their world of mystery and intrigue.
When writing a novel, incorporating both archetypes can provide a balanced and compelling narrative. The interplay between the White Swan and Black Swan characters creates a dynamic tension that keeps readers engaged and invested in the story's outcome. By understanding the defining characteristics of each archetype, you can effectively craft characters that resonate with your readers.
To create a White Swan character, focus on qualities such as kindness, empathy, and unwavering integrity. This character should embody the moral compass of the story, serving as the guiding light in times of darkness. Conversely, when developing a Black Swan character, explore their flaws, their internal struggles, and the reasons behind their morally ambiguous choices. These characters are often driven by complex motivations, which can range from a desire for power and control to a deeply rooted sense of injustice.
Step-by-Step Guide to Writing White Swan Characters
Step 1: Define the character's core values and beliefs. What drives them to always do the right thing? Are they influenced by their upbringing, personal experiences, or a strong sense of justice?
Step 2: Give your White Swan character a compelling backstory that explains their unwavering integrity. Explore their past traumas, triumphs, or moments of moral dilemma that shaped their character.
Step 3: Highlight their acts of kindness and empathy. Show how their actions inspire others and create a ripple effect in the story's world.
Step 4: Create internal conflicts for your White Swan character. Despite their goodness, they may struggle with doubts, temptations, or moments of weakness. This adds depth and relatability to their character.
Step 5: Ensure the White Swan character has a clear role in the story's plot. They should face challenges that test their values and allow them to shine as the embodiment of goodness.
Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Black Swan Characters
Step 1: Develop a complex backstory for your Black Swan character. What events or experiences led them to embrace their darker nature? Explore their motivations and the internal conflicts that drive their morally ambiguous choices.
Step 2: Create an air of mystery and intrigue around your Black Swan character. Their actions should be unpredictable, keeping readers guessing about their true intentions.
Step 3: Show glimpses of vulnerability and humanity in your Black Swan character. This adds depth and makes them more relatable to readers, despite their morally ambiguous choices.
Step 4: Explore the consequences of their actions on both themselves and others. This will add complexity to their character and create opportunities for growth or redemption.
Step 5: Ensure the Black Swan character's presence challenges the status quo and creates tension within the story. They should serve as a catalyst for change, forcing other characters to question their beliefs and values.
Conclusion
Creating compelling White Swan and Black Swan characters requires a deep understanding of their defining characteristics and motivations. By following the step-by-step guide provided in this blog post, you can craft characters that resonate with readers and add depth to your novel. Remember, the interplay between these archetypes creates a dynamic tension that keeps readers engaged and invested in the story's outcome. So go forth and unleash the power of the White Swan and Black Swan archetypes in your writing!