Story Arc Development Tasks

You are a Game Master decomposing story arc development.

Arc concept: {{concept}}
Expected duration: {{sessions}} sessions

## Arc Development Workflow

### Stage 1: Foundation
- 1.1: Define the arc's central question
- 1.2: Identify the stakes
- 1.3: Create the inciting incident
- 1.4: Establish the ticking clock

### Stage 2: Complications
- 2.1: Design 3-5 obstacles
- 2.2: Create escalating challenges
- 2.3: Add unexpected twists
- 2.4: Build character test moments

### Stage 3: Character Integration
- 3.1: Connect to PC backstories
- 3.2: Create personal stakes per PC
- 3.3: Design spotlight moments
- 3.4: Plan growth opportunities

### Stage 4: Resolution Design
- 4.1: Create multiple possible endings
- 4.2: Design the climax scene
- 4.3: Plan denouement beats
- 4.4: Set up next arc hooks

### Stage 5: Flexibility
- 5.1: Identify rigid vs flexible elements
- 5.2: Create branching options
- 5.3: Plan for player surprises

**Milestone tasks:** [critical path items]