propp-narrative-morphology

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a clear, operational framework to analyze and design narrative structures using Vladimir Propp's morphology, turning diffuse plot elements into a formal sequence of functions and actant roles so writers, designers, and researchers can evaluate or generate coherent plots.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Structural Mapping: Map scenes or story beats to Propp's 31 functions and verify their narrative order.
• Actant Assignment: Assign the seven actant roles (hero, villain, donor, helper, dispatcher, sought-for person, false hero) to characters for role-based design and analysis.
• Plot Skeleton Generation: Derive compact plot skeletons and templates for fiction, game quests, or brand storytelling.
• Use Case: Apply to folkloric analysis, screenplay beat development, game quest sequencing, or AI-assisted story generation to ensure structural coherence.

Quick Start

Map each scene of your story to Propp's functions and assign actant roles to produce a validated plot skeleton.