Learn how build compelling story arcs for your Side Characters. Examples from Star Wars and Lord of the Rings.
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0:00 Intro
1:02 What Are Character Arcs?
1:22 Identifying Character Arcs
2:27 Positive Change Arc
2:49 Negative Change Arc
3:26 Flat Arc (No Change)
3:56 Side Character Arcs
4:44 Group Dynamics
5:19 Star Wars Examples
8:28 Lord of the Rings Examples
14:10 Recommended Reading
14:32 Outro
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