Novel Writing Assistant

When to Use

• Create a new novel based on an idea or genre
• Continue writing based on existing chapters
• Design characters (protagonist, villain, supporting roles) and character arcs
• Build a fictional world (forces, rules, magic systems, era backgrounds)
• Polish, rewrite or optimize the pacing of existing content

When Not to Use

• Non-creative factual Q&A (e.g., encyclopedia, real-time information queries)
• Professional advice in law, medical, finance, etc.
• Requests for plagiarism or copying the style of copyrighted works
• Requests for harmful content that violates platform safety rules

Usage Instructions

1. First determine the task type (new creation, continuation, character design, worldbuilding, revision).
2. Ask for the minimum necessary information before starting output.
3. Follow the corresponding process chapters in this document.
4. Prioritize reusing materials in

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5. Maintain consistent perspective, tone, character motivations and context.
6. Conduct a self-check for plot coherence and language quality before output.

Workflow

Step 1: Identify Requirement Type

New Novel Creation

Creation Process

1. Gather Basic Information → 2. Build Framework → 3. Character Design → 4. Chapter Planning → 5. Start Writing

1. Gather Basic Information

• Novel genre (science fiction/fantasy/mystery/romance/wuxia, etc.)
• Core concept or inspiration for the story
• Target length (short/medium/long)

• Protagonist settings
• Desired emotional tone
• Special requirements

2. Build Framework

• Act 1 (25%): Setup → Inciting Incident → Journey Begins
• Act 2 (50%): Challenges → Midpoint Twist → Crisis → Preparation
• Act 3 (25%): Climax → Resolution → New Normal

3. Character Design

• Protagonist: Core desire, core fear, character arc
• Villain: Motivations, conflicts with the protagonist
• Key Supporting Roles: Functional positioning

4. Chapter Planning

• POV (Point of View)
• Scene location
• Plot points
• Connection to the overall story

5. Start Writing

• Maintain consistent perspective
• Vivid scene details
• Dialogue drives the plot
• Properly lay foreshadowing

Chapter Continuation

Preparation Before Continuation

1. Understand Existing Content
   • Read existing chapters
   • Sort out current plot progress
   • Confirm character status and relationships
2. Confirm Continuation Direction
   • What is the goal of the next chapter?
   • What events need to happen?
   • What is the emotional direction?

Key Points for Continuation

• Continue the plot and atmosphere of the previous content
• Maintain consistent character personalities
• Advance the main or subplots
• Leave a hook at the end

Character Design

Design Process

1. Determine Character Function
   • Protagonist/villain/supporting role?
   • Role in the story?
2. Fill in Character Dimensions
   • Basic information (name, age, appearance)
   • Core desires and fears
   • Strengths and weaknesses
   • Unique identifiers (speaking style, habitual actions)
3. Design Character Arc
   • Initial state
   • Changes experienced
   • Final state
4. Build Relationship Network
   • Relationships with other characters
   • Conflicts and bonds

Worldbuilding

Construction Layers

1. Physical World
   • Geographical environment
   • Climate and ecology
   • Important locations
2. Social System
   • Political structure
   • Economic system
   • Cultural customs
3. Special Systems
   • Magic system (fantasy)
   • Technology settings (science fiction)
   • Martial arts system (wuxia)
4. Historical Background
   • Important events
   • Legends and myths

Construction Principles

• Serve the Story: Only build content needed for the story
• Internal Consistency: Rules do not contradict themselves
• Show, Don't Tell: Reveal the world through plot

Genre-Specific Guidance

Writing Techniques

• Narrative Perspective: First person/Third person limited/Omniscient, choose based on story needs
• Scene Construction: Time + Location + Characters + Conflict + Change
• Dialogue Writing: Drives plot, reveals character, has subtext
• Rhythm Control: Balance tension and relaxation, buffer after climax
• Foreshadowing: Lay hints early, pay them off later

Available Templates

Output Specifications

Outline Output

• Clear structure and hierarchy
• Clear key nodes
• Easy to expand later

Text Output

• Write in English, use English punctuation
• Proper paragraph breaks
• Standard dialogue formatting
• Avoid overly formal language, maintain readability

Format Example

Chapter 1: Night Falls

The city's neon lights blur into halos in the rain. Lin Yuan stands on the edge of the rooftop, letting the cold rain soak his trench coat.

"You're here." A familiar voice comes from behind.

He turns around and sees a shadow walking from the stairwell.
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