This might be your best video yet in terms of both editing and content. I've seen all of these alternate character arc explanations and was craving a more simple approach that works in all contexts, so thank you
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm so glad you found it helpful too :D
@jamescat2386
2 ай бұрын
you're right about the 'flat arc' not being an arc but in my job as a graphics programmer who uses a lot of maths I'm very used to the idea that things end up with somewhat oxymoronic names, for example if you had an animation going from positive arc to negative arc passing through zero (flat arc) you'd definetely still call it an arc and you would definetely use the drawArc function with a zero rather than call the drawLine function which would produce the same result. My favourite example of this in maths is an a 3 function pipeline, for example in a compiler, you often get front-end as the first function to run, and back-end as the last function to run, but it's standard to call a function between which is refered to as the 'middle end'
@shyzunk
2 жыл бұрын
I particularly enjoy the "what the fuck arc". Very satisfying. It seems most realistic, it resembles how I go through life.
@Fons00
2 жыл бұрын
Great when he's Joe-king 😏😂
@Sahilsharma-ce4ow
2 жыл бұрын
Yes you are lovable and even more after this video 💟
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sahil! I try ;)
@lindagutierrez5409
Жыл бұрын
Character not changing? Not thinking either.
@briantellstales
2 жыл бұрын
These videos are so jam-packed with great information, but also, from the KZitem side of things, I find your quality of editing and music highly motivating!
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brian! :D
@Giveitupforday23
22 күн бұрын
This guide describes what a character arc is but not how to write one.
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
22 күн бұрын
Ah, thanks. Title has been changed.
@realshadow6292
2 жыл бұрын
I'm curious whether or not you think character arcs are a necessity in writing, since stuff like adventure stories aren't really about personal change, but rather about... Going on an adventure
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
I suppose it all depends on what you think makes a good story.
@hiiamjustacoolrandomuser168
2 жыл бұрын
I mean you still need to have a good character, cause if the character is boring your story is more likely to be boring. Also depends on what point of view you are. Pls take my answer a grain of salt
@blindcarl1875
2 жыл бұрын
11/10 video! Very helpful and clear! Thank youu
@michellethebookworm4050
2 жыл бұрын
What can I say, this is the work of art...and I mean it!! I really enjoy watching your videos and learnt a lot from them as well :D Love the editing too, you really have so many different skills, wow. (my apologies to anyone reading this comment, I don't speak English well)
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Aw, thank you so much Michelle :D (Perfect English, by the way!)
@weebinit8011
2 жыл бұрын
Peak Joe Webb video making and NOONE can prove me wrong
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
I love this comment!
@easytriops5951
Жыл бұрын
Have you published any books? I would love to read your work and see how you apply what I learn from your videos!
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
Жыл бұрын
Just my own personal writings
@oyuncanavar2579
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video! You put a lot of effort to your videos, they deserve more views! 🤩
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Oyun! :D
@hiiamjustacoolrandomuser168
2 жыл бұрын
What about how it changes?
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
I supposed how a character change relies on the events you create for them in the story. This was going to be my next video. I cut it from this one and may or may not put it out.
@wonderwomanx1268
24 күн бұрын
LOVE the visuals and categorical arcs, moral, etc. Terrific descriptions, thank you!
@lizgonzalez491
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for simplifying. Can you do one on beats vs scenes? I find that confusing.
@santiagorojaspiaggio
5 күн бұрын
I've comed to a similar conclusion about the classical narrative structure. There are essentially not multiple narrative structures, as schemes or formulas, but just two ideals: structure (order), based on conflict, and anti-structure (chaos). There's an old video by Tyler Mowery about how you can't escape the "three acts", that speaks about the essence of it, although you can dig deeper into other related topics, like "philosophical conflict". Another thing is when people talk about story chronology: it is just linear and non-linear. Understanding this is important, not for memorizing different types of story, but to understand them; how we interact with them; not as writers, but as an audience, which is the most basic thing: first you have the emotional experience; then you try to understand such emotional experience; and then you write and/or try to understand how to write.
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
5 күн бұрын
Incredible comment! 🙌
@paublahernandezsibrian9077
2 жыл бұрын
You’ve left me speechless…wow! That was amaaaaaazing!!!!!!
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Aw thank you so much! I do try 😄
@twitte98
2 жыл бұрын
My problem is that other writers overcomplicate their explanation of character arcs. It's hard to pin down and feel like you got it. I have that problem with Weiland's book Creating Character Arcs. It's not easy in the practicality. Hard to apply it. Thanks for the video! It's helpful.
@UrioLCruz
2 ай бұрын
Hey there random user. Feel the same.
@centrasmith
11 күн бұрын
This video is excellent and underrated. 😕
@et2525
5 ай бұрын
The No-Nonsense Guide To Writing A Character Arc
@jemajoy8839
2 жыл бұрын
Joe, I think you just found your cup of Joe ☕ Acting + Writing advice 👍
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Haha, brilliant! ☕️ I think you’re right!
@jemajoy8839
2 жыл бұрын
@@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller dear Joe, is it my comment you are talking about on the newest video? If it's I am really really sorry. I just wanted to match the word Joe and tell something funny. If it isn't funny and not cool please let me know. This video really made me happy and that why I wanted to put the word 'cup of Joe ' and say something. Please forgive me if you find it offensive. English is not my mother language so I may not understand very well some parts of it. I'm really sorry if it was my comment 😟 Please let me know if I am over thinking b'cs I am really upset if it was me.
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
@@jemajoy8839 Hey, I love your comments! In my latest video I was addressing people who are spiteful and say mean things. You're one of my favourite viewers, and I loved your cup of tea comment, especially because I love a good cup of tea too, haha!
@jemajoy8839
2 жыл бұрын
@@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller oh... Is that so. Thank you for letting me. I'm sorry that you have to meet mean people like that. But it can't be avoided because they are everywhere. But I think letting them know you don't give a thing about them is a very good idea. When ever I see a comment like that I report them. And Joe, I'm happy that you like my comments. I will be supporting you and wish you the very best. ❤ P. S. - I'm kinda of embarrassed about my over thinking habit. I will try to not to do that again. Looking forward for your next upload 👍
@annaelisabethgeissler
2 жыл бұрын
Honestly, I felt like I was back in math class... Loved it!
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Anna! You must've had a crazy teacher, haha XD
@annaelisabethgeissler
2 жыл бұрын
@@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller More like crazy fellow students... XD
@hiiamjustacoolrandomuser168
2 жыл бұрын
You are soo underrated. Great vidoes
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you cool random user!
@igoroliveira6161
Жыл бұрын
Amazing
@lastoreoandmilk4997
2 жыл бұрын
I haven't watched your channel since before Christmas, I liked it then but love it now. Presentation and breaking stuff down simply no matter how obvious it may be is really useful to me. As a new writer I tend to some times overcomplicate things 🙃 Do you have any advice on finding a writers group based on skill level?
@aanchaljangir9890
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, my first time seeing these many arcs. Will have to say, arc 11 was the most human of all.😂
@karlirivers9022
Жыл бұрын
Great videos! Please keep making them!
@isawaninterestingthing...7597
2 жыл бұрын
Truly excellent.
@daytime2189
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Joe. I'm so grateful I found this channel. My story has improved a lot after watching your videos. Usually I don't ask others for advice while writing a story, as at the end I can't feel that satisfaction that the whole story came from me. But this time i think I need your advice. My protagonist has DID (also known as multiple Or split personality) and I'm not going to reveal this until the very end. But need to give some hidden hints to the audience. How can i do this? Also, how can i make that reveal so that it looks satisfying? (This story is for a film..)
@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller
2 жыл бұрын
Any unusual events that happen earlier that they were there for but don't remember. Maybe they do something that later they're convinced they didn't do. Or maybe they say an opinion of theirs earlier and it's different to an opinion they have later, but they're certain that they've never held a different opinion.
@daytime2189
2 жыл бұрын
@@JoeWebb-TheStoryteller Yes! Thanks a lot!!
@samueljr.5861
Жыл бұрын
Have you read “Tell me your dreams” by Sydney Sheldon? You might be interested in that. I read it about 25 years ago but it’s a book I’ll never forget. Something about your story sounds similar to his. And the way he revealed it in the end. It was just wow. Maybe that can give you some idea.
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