Modules

Text-specific Narrative Crossroads modules with character profiles, liminal spaces, question banks, and implementation guidelines.

Available Modules

Module Download Description
Framework PDF Core system document
The Most Dangerous Game PDF Rainsford’s moral dilemma
The Interlopers PDF The feud’s psychological impact
The Outsider PDF Search for identity
Romeo and Juliet PDF Tragic choices
Historical Template PDF Adaptable for historical figures

Module Contents

Each module includes:

  1. Character Profiles — Pre-assigned skill percentages for Confrontation, Comprehension, and Connection
  2. Liminal Spaces — Threshold moments with decision points and skill checks
  3. Question Banks — Interview questions organized by skill category
  4. Implementation Guidelines — Setup, timing, and facilitation notes

Creating Your Own Modules

Use the Historical Template as a starting point for new texts or historical contexts.

Key Elements

  1. Select 3-5 characters with distinct skill profiles
  2. Identify 2-3 liminal spaces — threshold moments with meaningful choices
  3. Write 6-9 interview questions — 2-3 per skill category
  4. Define success/failure outcomes for each decision point

Skill Assignment Guidelines

Character Type Confrontation Comprehension Connection
Action-oriented High (60-75%) Medium (40-55%) Low (25-40%)
Intellectual Low (25-40%) High (60-75%) Medium (40-55%)
Social/Political Medium (40-55%) Medium (40-55%) High (60-75%)
Balanced Medium (45-55%) Medium (45-55%) Medium (45-55%)

Contributing

If you develop a module using Narrative Crossroads, consider contributing it:

Contributed modules will be credited and shared under CC BY 4.0.