The pick that sets the next scene's direction, even choosing not to act.

The pick that sets the next scene's direction, even choosing not to act. Scene craft is where abstract structure becomes testable goals, opposition, and change.

As a structure label, it helps you map drafts. Labels serve the story, not the other way around.

This term narrows the broader idea of **sequel**. Keep parent and child roles distinct in outlines.

Why it matters

Decision (sequel) fits the scene–sequel ladder in Scene Builder, so goals, beats, and phases stay testable on the page.

Common pitfalls

Using decision (sequel) as a label without checking whether the page actually performs the job.
Treating child and parent terms as interchangeable in beat sheets.
Letting decision (sequel) crowd out scene goal, conflict, or change at the end of the unit.

Example only

The decision (sequel) lands when the courier realizes the seal is broken. The plan must change before dawn.

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Decision (sequel)

Also called

choice

BeginnerScene & sequel craftReferenceBroader: Sequel

The pick that sets the next scene's direction, even choosing not to act.

The pick that sets the next scene's direction, even choosing not to act. Scene craft is where abstract structure becomes testable goals, opposition, and change.

As a structure label, it helps you map drafts. Labels serve the story, not the other way around.

This term narrows the broader idea of **sequel**. Keep parent and child roles distinct in outlines.

Why it matters

Decision (sequel) fits the scene–sequel ladder in Scene Builder, so goals, beats, and phases stay testable on the page.

Common pitfalls

Using decision (sequel) as a label without checking whether the page actually performs the job.
Treating child and parent terms as interchangeable in beat sheets.
Letting decision (sequel) crowd out scene goal, conflict, or change at the end of the unit.

Example only

The decision (sequel) lands when the courier realizes the seal is broken. The plan must change before dawn.