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Synopsis

Outline

  • Detailed outlines for individual episodes, including plot summaries, character interactions, and key moments.

  • Outlines may include descriptions of specific scenes, dialogue, and visual gags.

  • Helps writers and storyboard artists visualize the flow of each episode and ensure it aligns with the overall series direction.

Major Characters

Minor Characters

Storyboard Templates

  • Blank templates or guidelines for creating storyboards, which visually represent the sequence of shots and actions in an episode.

  • Provide space for artists to sketch out scenes, compose shots, and plan visual storytelling elements.

  • Include notes or instructions to guide the storyboard process and communicate the director's vision.

Art Style Guide

  • Establishes the visual style and aesthetic principles of the show, including character designs, backgrounds, color palettes, and animation techniques.

  • Provides examples and guidelines for artists to follow when creating new assets or animating scenes.

  • Helps maintain visual consistency across episodes and seasons.

Page Breakdown

  • Number each page sequentially.

  • Plan the pacing and layout of each page, including the number of panels per page.

Panel Descriptions

  • Describe each panel in detail, including what's happening, character actions, and any important visual elements.

  • Indicate panel transitions if necessary.

Dialogue

  • Write character dialogue for each panel, indicating which character is speaking.

  • Use speech bubbles or captions to convey dialogue, thoughts, or narration.

Character Actions Emotions

  • Describe characters' actions, movements, and facial expressions within panels.

  • Convey characters' emotions and reactions through dialogue and visual cues.

Humor and Tone

  • Capture the whimsical and humorous tone of the series, incorporating witty dialogue and absurd situations where appropriate.

  • Maintain a balance between humor and moments of sincerity or emotional depth.

Cliffhangers and Story Arcs

  • End each issue with a compelling cliffhanger or resolution that leaves readers eager for the next installment.

  • Consider the larger story arcs and character development across multiple issues or storylines.

Review and Revision

  • Review the script for coherence, pacing, and clarity.

  • Revise as necessary based on feedback from collaborators or editors.

Finalization:

  • Ensure the script is formatted correctly and ready for submission to the artist or editorial team.

  • Double-check for any spelling or grammar errors.

Panel 1: Sage Fish and Flower arrive on Isle Royale, a remote island in the middle of Lake Superior. Sage Fish tells Flower about the legend of the Wendigo, a creature from Native American folklore that is said to haunt the island.

Panel 2: As they explore the island, they come across strange footprints in the snow that seem to be leading them deeper into the wilderness.

Panel 3: As they follow the footprints, they encounter a group of hikers who warn them of the dangers of the Wendigo and tell them the history of the island, which was once inhabited by Ojibwe tribes.

Panel 4: Sage Fish and Flower continue their trek, braving the freezing cold and the eerie silence of the forest.

Panel 5: Suddenly, they hear a loud, haunting howl that echoes through the trees. Sage Fish tells Flower that it must be the Wendigo.

Panel 6: They come across a cabin in the woods, where they meet an old man who tells them more about the Wendigo and its history.

Panel 7: Sage Fish and Flower enter the cabin and find evidence of the Wendigo's presence, including strange markings on the walls and a strange smell that permeates the air.

Panel 8: They realize that the old man is actually the Wendigo, who has been hiding among the humans for years, waiting for unsuspecting prey to come to the island.

Panel 9: Sage Fish and Flower use their combined powers to defeat the Wendigo and save the island from its evil grasp.

Panel 10: As they leave the island, Sage Fish tells Flower about the importance of respecting the legends and folklore of different cultures and the need to protect the environment from human greed and destruction.

The Wendigo is a creature from the mythology of several Native American tribes, particularly the Algonquian-speaking peoples of the Great Lakes region of Canada and the United States. It is often described as a malevolent, cannibalistic spirit associated with winter, famine, and the cold.

According to legend, the Wendigo was once a human being who resorted to cannibalism during a time of extreme hunger, and as a result, was transformed into a monstrous creature with an insatiable appetite for human flesh. The Wendigo is said to be incredibly tall and thin, with pale skin stretched tightly over its bones, sunken eyes, and long, bony fingers. It is often depicted as having antlers or horns on its head and emitting a foul odor.

The Wendigo is said to be particularly associated with the northern forests of the Great Lakes region, including the island of Isle Royale. Many Native American tribes believed that the Wendigo was responsible for the harsh winters, famine, and disease that afflicted their communities. It was also said to be a shapeshifter, able to disguise itself as a human or an animal in order to lure its victims into its grasp.

In modern times, the legend of the Wendigo has been popularized in literature and pop culture, with many stories and movies featuring the creature as a terrifying and malevolent force of nature. However, for the Native American tribes who have lived with this legend for centuries, the Wendigo remains a powerful symbol of the dangers of greed, selfishness, and disregard for the natural world.