Learn how to develop compelling storylines for your supporting characters. Examples from Star Wars and Lord of the Rings.

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0:00 Introduction
1:02 What are character sheets?
1:22 Identify character sheets
2:27 Positive change arc
2:49 Negative change arc
3:26 Flat arch (no change)
3:56 Secondary character sheets
4:44 Group dynamics
5:19 Star Wars Examples
8:28 Examples from Lord of the Rings
14:10 Reading recommendations
14:32 Outro

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