Scenarios
Scenarios let you copy the current scene order into a sandbox so you can test structural ideas before applying them to the main story.
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Scenario Timeline
Scenario Timeline shows the alternate order you are testing without changing the main story order.
Tags: scenarios, timeline, sandbox, scene order
Overview
The Scenario Timeline is the sandbox view of your what-if structure. It shows the proposed order and lets you test movement before applying anything to the main story.
When Should I Use This?
Use it while exploring an alternate scene order, testing chapter placement or checking whether a reveal lands better elsewhere.
How To Use It
Move scenes within the scenario, validate the sandbox, then compare it against the main order before applying it.
Example
You might move an accusation scene later and validate the scenario to see whether the new order creates missing setup warnings.
Writer Tip
Look for consequences, not just whether the new order feels exciting.
Common Mistakes
- Treating sandbox order as final too soon.
- Forgetting to compare before applying.
- Ignoring scenario warnings.
Related Guides
Related guides
Compare Scenario
Compare Scenario shows what moved and what warnings appeared before you apply a sandbox to the main story.
ScenariosCreate Scenario
Create Scenario copies the current order into a sandbox so you can test structural changes before committing them.
ScenariosScenario Validation Notes
Scenario Validation Notes highlight possible problems in the sandbox order before it affects the main story.
ScenariosApply Scenario To Main
Apply Scenario To Main replaces the current scene order with the scenario order.
Scenarios