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landon d311e87836 feat: Transform 03-Characters into comprehensive Story Bible
- Renamed 03-Characters to 03-Story-Bible with expanded structure
- Added enhanced character templates with YAML frontmatter for metadata
- Created new sections: Locations, Lore, Objects, Relationships, Timeline, Themes
- Added templates for: regions, cities, buildings, historical events, factions
- Added templates for: artifacts, weapons, character relationships
- Added world rules document for magic/technology/society tracking
- Added CONSISTENCY.md for continuity tracking
- Added comprehensive README with usage guide
- Added index files for each section with cross-linking
- Implemented wiki-link syntax [[file]] for cross-references
- Added Mermaid diagram support for relationship maps and timelines
- Tagging system for filtering and organization

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Consistency Checklist

Track and verify continuity across your story

Check this file before finalizing each chapter. Update as you write to catch inconsistencies early.


Critical Checks (Must Verify)

Character Consistency

  • All character ages match the timeline
  • Character names spelled consistently (including nicknames)
  • Character appearances match descriptions
  • Character motivations align with actions
  • Character arcs progressing as planned
  • Dialogue voices distinct and consistent
  • Relationships updated after major events
  • Secrets revealed in correct order

Location Consistency

  • Location descriptions match across mentions
  • Distances between locations consistent
  • Travel times calculated and consistent
  • Location features (buildings, landmarks) correctly placed
  • Weather/climate consistent with region and season
  • Political control of locations updated

Timeline Consistency

  • Event dates don't conflict
  • Character ages match birth dates
  • Historical events align with character backstories
  • Season and time of day consistent
  • Day of week calculations correct

World Rules Consistency

  • Magic system rules followed in all scenes
  • Technology level consistent
  • Physical laws not violated
  • Societal customs respected
  • Economic rules applied consistently

Chapter-by-Chapter Tracking

Chapter Characters Locations Timeline Rules Notes Status
Ch 1
Ch 2
Ch 3

Character-Specific Tracking

Protagonist

Attribute Value First Mentioned Last Verified Status
Full Name
Age
Appearance
Motivation
Key Items

Antagonist

Attribute Value First Mentioned Last Verified Status
Full Name
Age
Appearance
Motivation
Key Items

Location-Specific Tracking

Location Description First Mentioned Last Verified Status

Magic/Technology Tracking

System Rule Chapter Compliance Notes

Relationship Tracking

Relationship Status Chapter Established Last Mentioned Notes

Plot Hole Prevention

Foreshadowing Check

  • All Chekhov's guns fired
  • All mysteries have clues
  • All character skills used
  • All location details relevant

Continuity Check

  • Injuries explained (healed or lingering)
  • Items accounted for (gained/lost)
  • Knowledge gained remembered
  • Promises fulfilled or addressed

Logic Check

  • Character actions have motivation
  • Event causes have setup
  • Consequences follow actions
  • Dialogue doesn't contradict facts

Version History

Date Checked By Findings Resolved Notes

Quick Verification Commands

Use your editor's search:

  • {{ character.name }} - Find all mentions of a character
  • {{ location.name }} - Find all mentions of a location
  • [[ - Find all cross-references
  • status: - Find all status fields

Final Check Before Publishing

  • All consistency checks passed
  • All timeline entries complete
  • All character sheets updated
  • All location descriptions final
  • All relationship maps current
  • All world rules followed

Last Checked: {{ last_checked if last_checked else "Never" }} | By: {{ checked_by if checked_by else "No one" }} | Created: {{ created }} | Last Updated: {{ updated }}