Story Beats (Overview)

RELEVANT LINK 1: timeline for story (abstract)  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qrwYWnhFNC5YsIbmXITyXvuLGa9kuVBDYEWlLXrttG0/edit   

RELEVANT LINK 2: timeline presentation! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1I7gxVWwpHMwsHg0Sy0PIwItQObaFmyFxW_BBfnl7cyE/edit?usp=sharing    

RELEVANT LINK 3: STORY BEATS and (concrete) timeline for story https://birdsonguniverse.com/books/crooked-wings/page/story-beats-overview  

RELEVANT LINK 4: theme design document https://birdsonguniverse.com/books/crooked-wings/page/themes-for-crooked-wings  

RELEVANT LINK 5:4: Game Mechanics (night cycle) design doc
https://birdsonguniverse.com/books/crooked-wings/page/game-mechanics-daily-life/  

RELEVANT LINK 6:5: spreadsheet for card prototyping (night cycle)  
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wX8_nKb6uJYzYbMzq8fOZpl-6p4Svkx-BVEsVLxQDo4/edit?gid=488701639#gid=488701639  
Or
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1wX8_nKb6uJYzYbMzq8fOZpl-6p4Svkx-BVEsVLxQDo4/edit?usp=sharing   then go to ACTION CARDS tab at the bottom 

THIS PAGE IS SUPPOSED TO BE MORE DETAILED AND CONCRETE AND LESS ABOUT TIME STRUCTURE THAN THE ABOVE LINKED "timeline for story (abstract)" GOOGLE DOC 


At the beginning, our immigrant characters arrive. 
Possible endings: 
  Ending 1: the characters succeed in allying factions, they are able to make BIG GAINS in their fight against THE ROBBER BARONS  
  Ending 2: the characters fail in allying factions, the labor unions make SMALLER GAINS in their fight against THE ROBBER BARONS  

how prestigious is the place where the workers are? 

how do the players participate in the labor union movement? 
  1) 'use influence (what does influence mean??)' 
  2) gather lawyers to help with legal matters 
  3) financial support 
  4) gather writers to help 
  5) gather politicians to help 
  6) just help organize directly 

Month 1: Arrival and Introduction
Beat: The protagonists arrive in Mount Girava, meet, and start their new job. Initial impressions are formed, and the environment of Cordann is introduced.
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M10 (Month 2: First Impressions) 
Beat: (idea? The characters start to observe and experience the inequalities and challenges in their workplace and surrounding society. Initial bonds start to form.
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M11 (Month 3: Recognition of Common Ground
Beat: (idea? The characters begin to open up about their personal struggles, starting to understand each other’s ailments and backgrounds.
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M12 (Month 4: Shared Experiences
Beat: (idea? A significant workplace event (an accident or injustice) acts as a catalyst, deepening their solidarity and mutual understanding.
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M13 (Month 5: The Resolve to Act
Beat: (idea? The protagonists collectively resolve to make a difference, motivated by the injustices they've witnessed and experienced.
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M14 (Month 6: Planning and First Actions
Beat: (idea? The group starts planning how to effect change. They engage in small acts of advocacy or resistance.
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M15 (Month 7: Facing Challenges
Beat: (idea? The group encounters their first major challenge or setback, testing their resolve and the strength of their bond.
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M16 (Month 8: Deeper Connections
Beat: (idea? Characters develop deeper relationships, both among themselves and with external allies in their cause.
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M17 (Month 9: Significant Stride
Beat: (idea? The protagonists make a significant stride in their advocacy, perhaps organizing a larger event or protest.
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M18 (Month 10: Consequences
Beat: (idea? The consequences of their actions become apparent. They may face backlash from authorities or their employer.
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M19 (Month 11: Reflection and Doubt
Beat: (idea? The group reflects on their journey, facing doubts about their future and the impact of their actions.
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M20 (Month 12: Resolution and Decision)
Beat: As their contract nears its end, each character confronts the decision to renew or not. The results of their year’s efforts are evident, and they must choose their next steps.
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RANDOM CONCEPTS, IDEAS, AND QUESTIONS: 

IDEA
  -There are analogues for Christianity, Judaism, and Islam in Birdsong. 

QUESTION
  -The calendar commonly used by Birbs has a basic equivalence to 'like the Gregorian calendar, but, minus 1350'. Is this because of plague? 
  -Do the characters meet Rrajak early? When do they meet him? 
  -What preconceived notions do each character (especially the protagonists) have? How might they change? 


TIMEKEEPING

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