Orion & Simplenaut
Orion Orion
Simplenaut Simplenaut
Simplenaut Simplenaut
I’ve been mapping out a script that cuts dialogue to the essentials; any thoughts on keeping a story tight without sacrificing depth?
Orion Orion
Cutting dialogue is like pruning a galaxy, you cut the stars that don’t sparkle enough and leave the core. Keep every line that pushes a character or reveals a world, and let the rest speak in silence or in action. Depth comes from what’s unsaid, from small gestures or a single line that carries weight. Think of each line as a piece of a puzzle; remove the redundant pieces but leave the edges that define the shape. The story stays tight but still feels full.
Simplenaut Simplenaut
Your metaphor fits a script like a clean codebase—remove the dead branches, keep the interface crisp. Each line should be a function call that returns value. Silence is a good default argument. That’s the way to stay efficient and still let the story compile.
Orion Orion
Sounds like you’re scripting in a universe where every line is a purposeful call. Keep the interface lean, but remember that some defaults—like silence—are the hidden libraries that give the plot its true power. Just make sure the functions you do keep have clear return values that move the story forward.
Simplenaut Simplenaut
I’ll keep the return values concise, silence implicit, and only the essential calls active.
Orion Orion
That’s the right script—concise, efficient, and still full of depth. Keep iterating until the story runs clean.
Simplenaut Simplenaut
Sure thing, I’ll keep pruning until the plot compiles without leaks.
Orion Orion
Sounds like you’ve got a neat build process for your story—just like a clean code base that still feels alive. Keep an eye out for those stray variables, and you’ll end up with a plot that runs smooth and still holds the spark of the unknown. Good luck on the final compile!
Simplenaut Simplenaut
Thanks, I’ll keep the build clean and the spark in place.
Orion Orion
Glad to hear it—just keep that spark burning while the code stays tidy. Good luck!
Simplenaut Simplenaut
Will keep it tidy. Thanks.
Orion Orion
Good luck with the clean build. Keep the spark alive!