Climax Description
I’ve always loved the films where it’s like you’re building up to something, you’re getting a drip feed of mystery and tension and suspense, and then all of a sudden you flick the first domino and it just free-wheels until the climax of it. That was something I’ve always been drawn to.
Briefly describe the climax of your story, where your protagonist faces the biggest challenge and this time overcomes it.
Climax Scene
Now, draft a scene that SHOWS the climax in action, with gestures, description, dialogue. Let us see the conflict!!
Crisis vs Climax
If your climax isn’t hitting the mark, zoom in on the crisis. It’s like the beating heart of your story, pushing it toward that big moment. So, if you’re having trouble with the climax, go back to the crisis and figure things out.
The crisis is where things get real, presenting a tough choice that really puts your story’s values to the test. But remember, it’s not where the hero decides; it’s where the choice is thrown in their face.
On the flip side, the climax is where the hero steps up and makes that choice, setting off a chain reaction of consequences and action. But if your crisis isn’t solid or the stakes aren’t high enough, your climax won’t pack the punch you’re looking for.