CONFLICT causing #drama for protagonists Categories • Internal: occurs within the character • External: occurs between the character and another force Man vs Man Conflict between two beings of the same kind, usually hero vs villian Man vs nature Character fights against the forces of nature, usually to survive Man vs Self Character fights against his/her own will, confusion, or fears Man vs Society Character fights against laws, traditions, or values of the whole Man vs Supernatural Character fights against otherworldly or magical forces Man vs Technology Character fights against changing machines, programs, and advances