arc-check

Validate character arc types and transformation in screenplay documents.

Updated Feb 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/garethdaine/agent --skill arc-check-garethdaine
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Skill: arc-check
Source: https://github.com/garethdaine/agent/tree/main/.cursor/skills/arc-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/garethdaine/agent --skill arc-check-garethdaine

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill ensures that character development in screenplays is consistent, meaningful, and effectively portrayed, preventing flat or static characters from undermining the narrative.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Arc Type Validation: Identifies and categorizes character arcs as positive, negative, transformational, or flat.
  • Journey Tracking: Helps track a character's emotional and belief-based transformation throughout the story.
  • Use Case: A screenwriter can use this skill to review their script and confirm that the protagonist's journey from a flawed individual to a redeemed hero is clearly depicted and believable.

Quick Start

Use the arc-check skill to validate the character arc development in the attached screenplay document.

Frequently Asked Questions about arc-check

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate character arcs in a screenplay?▼

Character arc validation assesses scripts to categorize arcs as positive, negative, transformational, or flat. It tracks emotional journeys and belief-based transformations to ensure development is consistent and meaningful.

What is a flat character arc and how do I identify static characters in scriptwriting?▼

Identifying flat character arcs involves using diagnostic questions and tracking templates to review emotional journeys. This detects static characters who fail to undergo meaningful transformation throughout the narrative.

How do I track a character's emotional journey and transformation throughout a story?▼

You track a character's emotional journey and transformation by using defined arc types and tracking templates for comprehensive review. This helps confirm that their development from a flawed individual to a redeemed hero is clearly depicted.

Can I use narrative analysis to check if my protagonist's arc is believable?▼

Yes, you can use narrative analysis to check if a protagonist's arc is believable. By assessing character transformation and emotional journeys against defined arc types, you confirm the journey is clearly depicted and effectively portrayed.

What are the different character arc types evaluated during narrative analysis?▼

The character arc types evaluated during narrative analysis are positive, negative, transformational, and flat. Categorizing arcs into these types helps prevent flat or static characters from undermining the narrative.