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Not sure you even need the first part. A character has a problem and tries to solve it, until he either succeeds or definitely fails. Lots of stories start with

Not sure you even need the first part. A character has a problem and tries to solve it, until he either succeeds or definitely fails. Lots of stories start with a conflict at the very first line, without any kind of setup (especially thrillers).

stewbrew 8y ago
Well, most stories somehow try to establish who is the protagonist of what follows.
hexane360 8y ago
(1) stuff happens
- sacado2 8y ago
  You still need a resolution, though. (1) conflict (2) either conflict is solved or it is definitely unsolved.