| Day 1, Morning |
Protagonist wakes up to an unusual occurrence |
Main character |
Protagonist's home |
Sets the story in motion, introduces the central conflict |
| Day 1, Afternoon |
Protagonist meets a mysterious stranger |
Main character, Mysterious stranger |
Local cafe |
Provides crucial information, hints at larger plot |
| Day 2, Evening |
First major obstacle encountered |
Main character, Antagonist |
City streets |
Raises stakes, reveals antagonist's motives |
| Day 3, Morning |
Protagonist gains an unexpected ally |
Main character, New ally |
Train station |
Introduces new perspective, provides support |
| Day 4, Afternoon |
Discovery of a vital clue |
Main character, Ally |
Abandoned warehouse |
Advances plot, leads to next major event |
| Day 5, Night |
Confrontation with a minor villain |
Main character, Minor antagonist |
Docks |
Tests protagonist's abilities, reveals more of the plot |
| Day 6, Dawn |
Moment of self-doubt and reflection |
Main character |
Scenic overlook |
Character development, sets up for major decision |
| Day 7, Midday |
Major plot twist revealed |
All main characters |
Town square |
Changes course of the story, raises stakes dramatically |
| Day 8, Evening |
Lowest point for the protagonist |
Main character, Antagonist |
Antagonist's lair |
Moment of greatest adversity, seems all is lost |
| Day 9, Morning |
Protagonist finds inner strength |
Main character |
Secluded natural setting |
Character growth, prepares for final confrontation |
| Day 10, Afternoon |
Final battle/confrontation |
All main characters |
Dramatic, significant location |
Climax of the story, resolution of main conflict |
| Day 11, Evening |
Aftermath and resolution |
Surviving characters |
Various locations |
Ties up loose ends, shows consequences of events |