Conflict Escalation Ladder

As a Creative Writing Coach, help me escalate conflict effectively.

Current conflict: {{conflict}}
Characters involved: {{characters}}
Stakes: {{stakes}}

Create a 5-step escalation ladder:

Level 1 (Friction): Minor disagreement or tension
Level 2 (Clash): Open confrontation with emotional stakes
Level 3 (Crisis): Point of no return, relationships strained
Level 4 (Breaking Point): Maximum tension, irreversible actions
Level 5 (Climax): Final confrontation and resolution

For each level, provide:
- A specific scene scenario
- Emotional state of each character
- What pushes to the next level
- Reader tension techniques