Conflict is a problem that your character must face . It is the thing that stands in their way . It is the complication that will stop them from getting what they want . Often the conflict in a story will reflect a part of the main character .
It is this conflict between the two characters that keeps the story interesting .
Man vs. Self – All about the internal conflict of a character . It is contained to a single character . Their thoughts have turned against them
Man vs. Man – This will most regularly be between the protagonist and the primary antagonist .
Man vs. Nature – Where the world turns on your character . Could be a flood , storm , tornado , volcano , or animal attack . This means the story becomes more of a survival story .
Man vs. Society – An external type of conflict of an outside force that opposes the character . The opposing force is either a ruling class or leader or the concept of societal norms .
Man vs. Technology – When a protagonist is facing machines or technology .
Man vs. Fate / Supernatural – When the protagonist finds himself or herself pitted against a vengeful god or powerful supernatural force . Relevant in ancient mythology .
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