Hero's Journey
Life is normal and exceptional, with no conflict, peaceful, calm, quiet, and ordered.
Status Quo
The message or lesson
The main character in a story
Protagonist
What does the "S" in STEAL stand for
Speech.
A character conflicts with fate or a supernatural creature.
Person vs Supernatural
Hero deals with the consequences of their actions. Could need to face another battle or be chased by the enemy.
The Road Back
Clues or hints that suggest what might happen later in the story
Foreshadowing
Lacks depth and has few personality traits. One-dimensional and easy to figure out.
Flat
What does the "L" in STEAL stand for
Looks.
A character must survive in the face of nature
Person vs Nature
Hero undergoes tests and challenges, moves closer to the goal, and meets friends, allies, and enemies.
Trials and Challenges
The author's attitude towards the subject or audience
Tone
The character, force, or conflict that opposes the main character.
Antagonist
What does the "T" in STEAL stand for
Thoughts.
A character makes a tough choice.
Person vs Self
Hero gets whatever they were searching for. It could be an object, clarity, knowledge, or new skills.
The Ordeal
The feeling or atmosphere the reader experiences while reading
Mood
A character who doesn't change throughout the story.
Dynamic
What does the "A" in STEAL stand for
Actions.
A character goes against a group or the norm.
Person vs Society
The hero may face another important battle or question/choice. The hero is "reborn" or transformed
Resurrection
The repetition of the same beginning consonant
Alliteration
Many personality traits. They're multidimensional and reveal themselves throughout the story.
Round
What does the "E" in STEAL stand for
Effect on others.
The character must take on or confront a machine or “advancement.”