Act 1: Hero & Ordinary World
Chapter 1, Really Bad Day:
Samantha Weist celebrates her eighteenth birthday with anticipation of her brother Dorian’s return.
Phil, her father, reveals their family’s magical heritage.
Chapter 2, Something Peculiar:
Samantha grapples with disbelief over her newfound magical abilities.
Tabitha observes, harboring dangerous knowledge.
Chapter 3, Grasping at Straws:
Samantha confides in her friend Erin about her magical abilities.
Tensions rise as Dorian returns, worried about Samantha’s untrained powers.
SECTION BREAK: The Inciting Incident
Chapter 4, Call to Adventure:
Phil collapses due to Samantha’s unintentional magic, leading to a tense intervention.
Chapter 5, Head in Sand:
Samantha resists accepting her magical heritage, longing for her previous ordinary life.
Chapter 6, Pull out Rug:
Samantha’s initiation into their magical legacy becomes inevitable after Phil’s health scare.
Act 2A: Exploring New World
Chapter 7, Enemies & Allies:
Samantha, Dorian, Erin, and Tabitha navigate personal conflicts and magical intrigue.
Chapter 8, Games & Trials:
Samantha and Erin explore the library for answers.
Chapter 9, Earning Respect:
Samantha faces unintended consequences after a magical prank.
SECTION BREAK: 1st Pinch Point (first battle)
Chapter 10, Forces of Evil:
Tabitha threatens Samantha and Erin, revealing her alignment with the Darkling.
Chapter 11, Problem Revealed:
Samantha confronts Tabitha and Dorian at an amusement park, leading to a showdown.
Chapter 12, Truth & Ultimatum:
Dorian grapples with guilt and realization, preparing to confront the Darkling.
Act 2B: Bad Guys Close In
SECTION BREAK: Midpoint (victim to warrior):
Chapter 13, Mirror Stage:
Samantha faces a surreal encounter with her deceased mother, gaining strength and determination.
Chapter 14, Plan of Attack:
Samantha and Erin devise a plan to confront the Darkling.
Chapter 15, Crucial Role:
Samantha takes on a critical task in the battle against the Darkling.
SECTION BREAK: 2nd Pinch Point (second battle)
Chapter 16, Direct Conflict:
Samantha, Dorian, and Erin confront the Darkling’s forces.
Chapter 17, Surprise Failure:
Dorian’s confrontation with the Darkling leads to disastrous consequences.
Chapter 18, Shocking Revelation:
Samantha uncovers crucial information about the Darkling’s true nature, impacting her emotional state.
SECTION BREAK: 2nd Plot Point (dark night of the soul)
Chapter 19, Giving Up:
Samantha loses confidence after Dorian’s defeat.
Chapter 20, Pep Talk:
Erin’s pep talk inspires Samantha to choose a new path forward.
Chapter 21, Seizing the Sword:
Samantha addresses her fatal flaw and prepares to confront the Darkling.
Act 3: Defeat and Victory
SECTION BREAK: Final Battle
Chapter 22, Ultimate Defeat:
Samantha faces ultimate defeat at the hands of the Darkling.
Chapter 23, Unexpected Victory:
Samantha reveals a hidden strength, leading to a triumphant victory.
Chapter 24, Bittersweet Return:
Samantha emerges victorious, returning transformed to the Ordinary World.
SECTION BREAK: Rebirth
Chapter 25, Death of Self (optional):
Samantha experiences a rebirth, reflecting on her growth and newfound confidence.