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The Obstacle

The Obstacle

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THE OBSTACLE

Because nothing worth having is gained easily, once the protagonist(s) take that first step, they're met with a conflict. Something has to get in their way, otherwise the story is over. This is where the conflicts, or obstacles, get in the way.

The "Obstacle" plot point is where the protagonist's journey becomes fraught with challenges, and t…

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