strict-narration

Rewrite narratives to remove author commentary and maintain Deep POV.

1|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/alextiannus/ClawTheater-skills-project --skill strict-narration
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: strict-narration
Source: https://github.com/alextiannus/ClawTheater-skills-project/tree/main/skills/strict-narration
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/alextiannus/ClawTheater-skills-project --skill strict-narration

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enforces a cinematic, observer perspective in writing by eliminating authorial commentary and guiding the narrative through the character's senses and actions. It tackles the common problem of "explanation" interrupting immersion, helping writers maintain Deep POV and MRU-based cause-effect flow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Deep POV enforcement: removes filters and narrator intrusion to keep the lens on the character.
  • MRU-based structure: helps writers order motivation, responses, and actions to preserve realism.
  • Practical mode catalog: six modes to detect and fix off-narration patterns (author commentary, background exposition, general summaries, general knowledge dumps, overt emotions, selective narration).
  • Scene-driven info delivery: transform background data into in-scene details via dialogue, action, or objects.
  • Use cases: refining a draft to improve immersion, coaching AI writing prompts to maintain character-centric narration.

Quick Start

Rewrite the scene so the camera records only the character's senses and actions, with no author commentary.

Frequently Asked Questions about strict-narration

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I remove author commentary from my fiction writing to maintain deep POV?

To remove author commentary and maintain deep POV, rewrite your scene so the narrative camera records only the character's senses and actions. This eliminates narrator intrusion and filtering words, ensuring immersive, cinematic observation throughout the scene.

What is the MRU-based structure for scene-driven storytelling?

MRU-based structure in storytelling orders motivation, responses, and actions to preserve narrative realism. It ensures scene-driven information delivery by sequencing cause-and-effect flow through the character's direct experiences rather than relying on background exposition.

How do I detect and fix off-narration patterns and background exposition in creative writing?

To fix off-narration patterns and background exposition in creative writing, apply a six-mode check to detect author commentary, general summaries, and knowledge dumps. Transform background data into in-scene details delivered via dialogue, action, or physical objects to maintain immersion.

Can I use strict narration to coach AI writing prompts for scene-by-scene drafting?

Yes, you can use strict narration rules to coach AI writing prompts for scene-by-scene drafting. By specifying operational requirements and MRU-based sequence checks, AI-assisted storytelling maintains character-centric narration and deep POV across chapters.

What's the best way to show don't tell when converting general summaries into immersive narration?

The best way to apply show don't tell when converting general summaries into immersive narration is to transform background data into in-scene details. Use dialogue, action, and physical objects to deliver information while maintaining a camera-like observation perspective.

Why does my narrative feel distant with overt emotions and selective narration?

Your narrative feels distant because overt emotions and selective narration break deep POV by introducing narrator intrusion. Fix this by applying mode checks to detect these off-narration patterns and rewriting to show emotions through character actions and sensory details.