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Novel Writer 系统化创作工作流

Novel Writer Systematic Creation Workflow

当用户说"我想写小说"

When the user says "I want to write a novel"

立即激活此工作流指南。
Activate this workflow guide immediately.

七步方法论概览

Overview of the Seven-Step Methodology

1. /constitution  → 建立创作原则
2. /specify       → 定义故事规格
3. /clarify       → 澄清模糊点
4. /plan          → 制定创作计划
5. /tasks         → 分解执行任务
6. /write         → AI 辅助写作
7. /analyze       → 质量验证分析
1. /constitution  → Establish Creation Principles
2. /specify       → Define Story Specifications
3. /clarify       → Clarify Ambiguities
4. /plan          → Develop Creation Plan
5. /tasks         → Decompose Execution Tasks
6. /write         → AI-Assisted Writing
7. /analyze       → Quality Verification Analysis

详细步骤指导

Detailed Step-by-Step Guidance

步骤 1：建立创作原则

Step 1: Establish Creation Principles

"让我们从使用 
/constitution
定义你的创作原则开始。这建立了你的核心价值观、质量标准和这个故事的不可协商规则。"
为什么这很重要：作为你的"创作宪法" - 决策会参考这些原则。
包含什么：
  • 核心价值观（传递什么理念）
  • 质量底线（绝对不妥协的）
  • 风格原则（语言、节奏、氛围）
  • 内容原则（角色、情节、世界观规范）
典型时长：15-20 分钟
"Let's start by defining your creation principles using 
/constitution
. This establishes your core values, quality standards, and non-negotiable rules for this story."
Why This Matters: Serves as your "creation constitution" - decisions will reference these principles.
What to Include:
  • Core Values (what ideas to convey)
  • Quality Bottom Line (absolute non-compromises)
  • Style Principles (language, rhythm, atmosphere)
  • Content Principles (character, plot, worldview norms)
Typical Duration: 15-20 minutes

步骤 2：定义故事规格

Step 2: Define Story Specifications

"现在使用 
/specify
创建类似产品规格的故事文档。像产品经理一样思考：这个故事是什么，为谁写的，什么使它独特？"
要包含什么：
  • 一句话概括
  • 目标读者
  • 核心冲突
  • 主要角色
  • 成功标准
为什么这很重要：
  • 明确"为谁写"和"写什么"
  • 设定可衡量的成功标准
  • 为后续创作提供明确目标
典型时长：30-45 分钟
特殊标记：
  • [需要澄清]
    - 标记需要进一步明确的点
  • [核心需求]
    - 不可妥协的需求
  • [可选特性]
    - 锦上添花的内容
"Now use 
/specify
to create a story document similar to product specifications. Think like a product manager: what is this story, who is it for, and what makes it unique?"
What to Include:
  • One-sentence summary
  • Target Audience
  • Core Conflict
  • Main Characters
  • Success Criteria
Why This Matters:
  • Clarify "who it's for" and "what to write"
  • Set measurable success criteria
  • Provide clear objectives for subsequent creation
Typical Duration: 30-45 minutes
Special Tags:
  • [Needs Clarification]
    - Mark points requiring further clarification
  • [Core Requirement]
    - Non-negotiable needs
  • [Optional Feature]
    - Value-added content

步骤 3：澄清关键决策

Step 3: Clarify Key Decisions

"运行 
/clarify
通过 5 个精准问题解决任何不清楚的方面。AI 会识别你的规格中的模糊点，帮助你做出清晰的决定。"
为什么这很重要：规划中的模糊 = 写作中的混乱。
过程：
  • AI 识别规格中的模糊点
  • 生成最多 5 个关键问题
  • 交互式回答，答案直接更新规格
  • 保留决策历史以便回溯
典型问题：
  • "主角的核心动机是复仇还是正义？"
  • "故事节奏是快速爽文还是慢热精品？"
  • "结局是大团圆还是留有遗憾？"
典型时长：10-15 分钟
"Run 
/clarify
to resolve any unclear aspects through 5 precise questions. AI will identify ambiguities in your specifications and help you make clear decisions."
Why This Matters: Ambiguity in planning = chaos in writing.
Process:
  • AI identifies ambiguities in specifications
  • Generates up to 5 key questions
  • Interactive answers, with responses directly updating specifications
  • Retains decision history for backtracking
Typical Questions:
  • "Is the protagonist's core motivation revenge or justice?"
  • "Is the story's pace fast-paced and satisfying or slow-burn and sophisticated?"
  • "Is the ending a happy reunion or leaves regret?"
Typical Duration: 10-15 minutes

步骤 4：制定创作计划

Step 4: Develop Creation Plan

"使用 
/plan
创建章节结构和技术方法。这是你决定如何实现你的规格的地方。"
要设计什么：
  • 章节分解与活跃情节线
  • 节奏和张力分布
  • 伏笔计划
  • 角色弧线映射
为什么这很重要：
  • 把抽象需求变成具体方案
  • 选择合适的写作方法和结构
  • 设计情节、人物、世界观的具体实现
技术决策示例：
  • "使用七点结构增强悬念"
  • "采用多线叙事展现复杂性"
  • "通过限定视角增加神秘感"
典型时长：45-60 分钟
"Use 
/plan
to create chapter structure and technical approaches. This is where you decide how to implement your specifications."
What to Design:
  • Chapter breakdown and active plot lines
  • Rhythm and tension distribution
  • Foreshadowing plan
  • Character arc mapping
Why This Matters:
  • Turn abstract requirements into concrete plans
  • Choose appropriate writing methods and structures
  • Design specific implementations of plot, characters, and worldview
Examples of Technical Decisions:
  • "Use seven-point structure to enhance suspense"
  • "Adopt multi-threaded narrative to show complexity"
  • "Increase mystery through limited perspective"
Typical Duration: 45-60 minutes

步骤 5：分解执行任务

Step 5: Decompose Execution Tasks

"执行 
/tasks
生成带优先级、依赖关系和估算工作量的可操作任务列表。"
任务类型：
  • 章节写作任务
  • 角色档案完善
  • 世界观设定补充
  • 修订和润色任务
任务标记：
  • [P]
    - 可并行执行
  • [依赖:X]
    - 依赖任务 X 完成
  • [高优]
    - 高优先级任务
为什么这很重要：
  • 大目标变成小步骤，降低创作难度
  • 明确优先级和依赖关系
  • 支持并行创作提高效率
典型时长：20-30 分钟
"Execute 
/tasks
to generate an actionable task list with priorities, dependencies, and estimated workload."
Task Types:
  • Chapter writing tasks
  • Character profile improvement tasks
  • Worldview setting supplement tasks
  • Revision and polishing tasks
Task Tags:
  • [P]
    - Can be executed in parallel
  • [Depends:X]
    - Depends on completion of task X
  • [High Priority]
    - High-priority tasks
Why This Matters:
  • Break big goals into small steps to reduce creation difficulty
  • Clarify priorities and dependencies
  • Support parallel creation to improve efficiency
Typical Duration: 20-30 minutes

步骤 6：开始写作

Step 6: Start Writing

"现在 
/write
逐章使用 AI 辅助。规格和计划指导每一章，确保一致性。"
写作时：
  • 类型知识 skills 自动激活
  • 一致性检查器在后台运行
  • 节奏监控在检测到问题时提醒
执行原则：
  • 严格遵循 constitution 的原则
  • 参考 plan 中的技术方案
  • 完成 tasks 中的具体任务
  • 保持与规格的一致性
推荐节奏：
  • 每次写作会话 1-2 章
  • 每 3-5 章停下来回顾
  • 保持前进动力，不要过度编辑
"Now use 
/write
to write chapter by chapter with AI assistance. Specifications and plans guide each chapter to ensure consistency."
When Writing:
  • Genre knowledge skills are automatically activated
  • Consistency Checker runs in the background
  • Rhythm Monitor alerts when issues are detected
Execution Principles:
  • Strictly follow constitution principles
  • Refer to technical plans in 
    /plan
  • Complete specific tasks in 
    /tasks
  • Maintain consistency with specifications
Recommended Rhythm:
  • 1-2 chapters per writing session
  • Pause to review every 3-5 chapters
  • Maintain momentum, avoid over-editing

步骤 7：质量检查

Step 7: Quality Check

"每 5 章运行 
/analyze
保持质量并及早发现问题。"
两种分析模式：
  • 框架分析（写作前）：验证规划
  • 内容分析（写作后）：验证执行
验证维度：
  • 宪法合规性（是否违背核心原则）
  • 规格满足度（是否实现了需求）
  • 内容一致性（情节、时间、人物）
  • 质量标准（是否达到设定标准）
何时运行：
  • 完成前 3 章后（早期验证）
  • 每 5 章（定期检查）
  • 完成草稿后（全面审查）
"Run 
/analyze
every 5 chapters to maintain quality and detect problems early."
Two Analysis Modes:
  • Framework Analysis (before writing): Verify planning
  • Content Analysis (after writing): Verify execution
Verification Dimensions:
  • Constitution Compliance (whether core principles are violated)
  • Specification Satisfaction (whether requirements are met)
  • Content Consistency (plot, timeline, characters)
  • Quality Standards (whether set standards are achieved)
When to Run:
  • After completing the first 3 chapters (early verification)
  • Every 5 chapters (regular check)
  • After completing the draft (full review)

Skills 自动激活

Skills Auto-Activation

在遵循此工作流时，相关 skills 将基于上下文激活：
在 
/specify
期间：
  • 如果你提到"言情"→ Romance skill 激活
  • 如果你提到"悬疑"→ Mystery skill 激活
  • 如果你提到"奇幻"→ Fantasy skill 激活
在 
/write
期间：
  • 写对话 → Dialogue Techniques 激活
  • 写场景 → Scene Structure 激活
  • 任何写作 → Consistency Checker 后台运行
整个过程中：
  • Workflow Guide（此 skill）保持活跃
  • 确保你不跳过关键步骤
  • 在需要时提供提醒
When following this workflow, relevant skills will be activated based on context:
During 
/specify
:
  • If you mention "romance" → Romance skill activates
  • If you mention "mystery" → Mystery skill activates
  • If you mention "fantasy" → Fantasy skill activates
During 
/write
:
  • Writing dialogue → Dialogue Techniques activates
  • Writing scenes → Scene Structure activates
  • Any writing → Consistency Checker runs in the background
Throughout the Process:
  • Workflow Guide (this skill) remains active
  • Ensures you don't skip key steps
  • Provides reminders when needed

当用户偏离时

When the User Deviates

如果用户尝试跳过步骤或直接开始写作而没有计划：
温和提醒：
"我注意到你直接跳到写作。Novel-writer 的优势在于系统性的前期计划。你想运行 
/constitution
和 
/specify
建立坚实基础吗？这会使写作过程更流畅并有助于保持一致性。"
如果用户坚持跳过：
"我理解 - 你总是可以稍后创建规划文档。但是，请注意，没有 
/specify
和 
/plan
，你需要手动跟踪一致性。"
If the user tries to skip steps or start writing directly without planning:
Gentle Reminder:
"I notice you're jumping straight to writing. The strength of Novel-writer lies in systematic pre-planning. Would you like to run 
/constitution
and 
/specify
to build a solid foundation? This will make the writing process smoother and help maintain consistency."
If the User Insists on Skipping:
"I understand - you can always create the planning document later. However, please note that without 
/specify
and 
/plan
, you'll need to track consistency manually."

不同规模项目的调整

Adjustments for Different Scale Projects

短篇小说（1-3 万字）

Short Stories (10,000-30,000 words)

简化流程：
/specify → /clarify → /write → /analyze
重点：明确核心冲突和转折
时间：1-2 天密集工作
Simplified Process:
/specify → /clarify → /write → /analyze
Focus: Clarify core conflict and twists
Time: 1-2 days of intensive work

中篇小说（10-20 万字）

Novellas (100,000-200,000 words)

标准流程：
完整七步
重点：计划和任务分解
时间：2-6 个月
Standard Process:
Full seven-step process
Focus: Planning and task decomposition
Time: 2-6 months

长篇连载（50 万字+）

Long Serial Novels (500,000+ words)

强化流程：
重复循环 plan → tasks → write → analyze
重点：持续的一致性验证
时间：6-18 个月
Enhanced Process:
Repeat cycle of plan → tasks → write → analyze
Focus: Continuous consistency verification
Time: 6-18 months

常见问题处理

Common Issue Handling

"我已经有大纲了"

"I already have an outline"

"太好了！让我们使用 
/specify
将其转换为 novel-writer 的格式。这使其机器可读并启用所有追踪功能。"
过程：
  1. 将现有大纲导入
  2. 用 
    /specify
    格式化
  3. 用 
    /clarify
    填补空白
  4. 用 
    /plan
    创建详细的技术计划
"Great! Let's use 
/specify
to convert it into Novel-writer format. This makes it machine-readable and enables all tracking features."
Process:
  1. Import existing outline
  2. Format with 
    /specify
  3. Fill gaps with 
    /clarify
  4. Create detailed technical plan with 
    /plan

"这看起来设置很多"

"This seems like a lot of setup"

"设置需要 30-60 分钟，但节省了数小时的修订。你本质上是为你的小说创建'源代码' - 修改规格，重新生成内容。没有它，更改需要全文手动重写。"
收益：
  • 保持一致性自动
  • 更改传播自动
  • 质量检查系统化
  • 修订更快更容易
"Setup takes 30-60 minutes but saves hours of revision. You're essentially creating the 'source code' for your novel - modify the specifications and regenerate content. Without it, changes require manual rewriting of the entire text."
Benefits:
  • Automatic consistency maintenance
  • Automatic change propagation
  • Systematic quality checks
  • Faster and easier revisions

"我可以只使用部分工作流吗？"

"Can I only use part of the workflow?"

"可以，但有些命令相互依赖：
  • /write
    需要 
    /specify
    和 
    /plan
    才能有效工作
  • /analyze
    需要已写的章节来评估
  • /track
    需要先 
    /track-init
最小可行工作流：
/constitution
→ 
/specify
→ 
/write
"
完全可选：
  • /clarify
    - 如果你的规格已经清楚
  • /tasks
    - 如果你更喜欢自由形式写作
  • /analyze
    - 虽然强烈推荐
"Yes, but some commands are interdependent:
  • /write
    requires 
    /specify
    and 
    /plan
    to work effectively
  • /analyze
    requires written chapters to evaluate
  • /track
    requires 
    /track-init
    first
Minimum viable workflow: 
/constitution
→ 
/specify
→ 
/write
"
Completely Optional:
  • /clarify
    - If your specifications are already clear
  • /tasks
    - If you prefer free-form writing
  • /analyze
    - Although highly recommended

"这适合我的写作风格吗？"

"Does this fit my writing style?"

兼容的写作风格：
  • 规划者：会喜欢结构
  • 裤子作者（凭感觉写）：使用轻量级规格，专注于 
    /write
  • 混合型：根据需要调整
调整建议：
  • 规划者：在 
    /plan
    上花更多时间
  • 裤子作者：保持 
    /specify
    简短，允许发现
  • 混合型：使用完整流程但保持灵活
Compatible Writing Styles:
  • Plotters: Will love the structure
  • Pantsers (write by the seat of their pants): Use lightweight specifications, focus on 
    /write
  • Hybrids: Adjust as needed
Adjustment Suggestions:
  • Plotters: Spend more time on 
    /plan
  • Pantsers: Keep 
    /specify
    short, allow for discovery
  • Hybrids: Use the full process but remain flexible

进度追踪

Progress Tracking

视觉进度指示器

Visual Progress Indicator

当你进行工作流时，我会显示你的位置：
✅ /constitution  完成
✅ /specify       完成
✅ /clarify       完成
🔄 /plan          进行中...
⏸️ /tasks         待定
⏸️ /write         待定
⏸️ /analyze       待定
As you proceed through the workflow, I will display your current position:
✅ /constitution  Completed
✅ /specify       Completed
✅ /clarify       Completed
🔄 /plan          In Progress...
⏸️ /tasks         Pending
⏸️ /write         Pending
⏸️ /analyze       Pending

里程碑

Milestones

规划阶段完成（steps 1-5）：
  • 你有完整的故事蓝图
  • 准备开始写作
  • 所有主要决策已做出
第一稿完成（步骤 6）：
  • 所有章节已写
  • 准备全面分析
  • 进入修订阶段
质量验证通过（步骤 7）：
  • 一致性验证
  • 符合质量标准
  • 准备发布或进一步润色
Planning Phase Completed (steps 1-5):
  • You have a complete story blueprint
  • Ready to start writing
  • All major decisions have been made
First Draft Completed (step 6):
  • All chapters are written
  • Ready for full analysis
  • Enter revision phase
Quality Verification Passed (step 7):
  • Consistency verified
  • Meets quality standards
  • Ready for publication or further polishing

与其他 Skills 的集成

Integration with Other Skills

自动触发

Automatic Triggering

当你提到类型时：
  • "言情"→ Romance skill 提供惯例
  • "悬疑"→ Mystery skill 提供线索布置
  • "奇幻"→ Fantasy skill 提供世界构建
当你遇到困难时：
  • "角色感觉平淡"→ 建议 Character Development commands
  • "场景拖沓"→ Scene Structure skill 激活
  • "对话僵硬"→ Dialogue Techniques skill 激活
When You Mention Genres:
  • "Romance" → Romance skill provides conventions
  • "Mystery" → Mystery skill provides clue arrangement
  • "Fantasy" → Fantasy skill provides worldbuilding
When You Encounter Difficulties:
  • "Characters feel flat" → Suggests Character Development commands
  • "Scenes drag" → Scene Structure skill activates
  • "Dialogue is stiff" → Dialogue Techniques skill activates

协作工作流

Collaborative Workflow

所有 Skills 都知道工作流：
  • 他们会参考你在工作流中的位置
  • 建议基于当前阶段适当
  • 在需要时提醒完成前面的步骤
All Skills Know the Workflow:
  • They will reference your current position in the workflow
  • Suggestions are appropriate for the current phase
  • Remind you to complete previous steps when needed

成功模式

Success Patterns

高生产力模式

High Productivity Mode

周一：/constitution + /specify（2-3小时）
周二：/clarify + /plan（2-3小时）
周三：/tasks + 开始 /write（2-3小时）
周四-周日：/write 会话（每天1-2小时）
下周一：/analyze + 计划下一批
Monday: /constitution + /specify (2-3 hours)
Tuesday: /clarify + /plan (2-3 hours)
Wednesday: /tasks + start /write (2-3 hours)
Thursday-Sunday: /write sessions (1-2 hours per day)
Next Monday: /analyze + plan next batch

探索性模式

Exploratory Mode

第1周：/constitution + 轻量级 /specify
第2-3周：/write 探索性章节
第4周：基于学习更新 /specify 和 /plan
第5-8周：结构化 /write
第9周：/analyze 和修订
Week 1: /constitution + lightweight /specify
Weeks 2-3: /write exploratory chapters
Week 4: Update /specify and /plan based on learnings
Weeks 5-8: Structured /write
Week 9: /analyze and revise

冲刺模式（NaNoWriMo）

Sprint Mode (NaNoWriMo)

第1天：快速 /constitution + /specify + /plan（4小时）
第2-27天：密集 /write（每天2000字）
第28-30天：/analyze + 紧急修复
Day 1: Quick /constitution + /specify + /plan (4 hours)
Days 2-27: Intensive /write (2000 words per day)
Days 28-30: /analyze + emergency fixes

你不是孤单的

You Are Not Alone

在整个过程中：
  • 我在这里指导和提醒
  • Skills 自动应用专业知识
  • 一致性自动检查
  • 你专注于创作，系统处理组织
你总是掌控：
  • 跳过你不需要的步骤
  • 调整以适应你的风格
  • 随时更改计划
  • 工具服务于你，不是相反
记住：这个工作流不是枷锁 - 它是脚手架。它支持你的创作过程，使强大的东西成为可能。一旦你熟悉它，它就变成第二天性，你会想知道你以前是如何在没有它的情况下写作的。
准备开始了吗？让我们从 
/constitution
开始！
Throughout the Process:
  • I'm here to guide and remind you
  • Skills automatically apply professional knowledge
  • Consistency is checked automatically
  • You focus on creation, the system handles organization
You Are Always in Control:
  • Skip steps you don't need
  • Adjust to fit your style
  • Change plans at any time
  • Tools serve you, not the other way around
Remember: This workflow is not a chain - it's scaffolding. It supports your creative process and makes powerful things possible. Once you're familiar with it, it becomes second nature, and you'll wonder how you ever wrote without it.
Ready to start? Let's begin with 
/constitution
!