Story Circle (Dan Harmon)

The Story Circle, developed by Dan Harmon, is a narrative structure that outlines a character's journey in eight distinct steps. It begins with the character in their comfort zone (1), facing a challenge (2), and embarking on a quest (3). Along the way, they encounter obstacles (4), experience growth (5), and reach a point of crisis (6). Ultimately, they achieve a reward (7) before returning transformed to their original world (8). This framework helps storytellers create engaging plots by ensuring characters undergo meaningful development, making their journeys relatable and satisfying for audiences.