Balancing Coolness with Coherence

This chapter explores the 'rule of cool' in storytelling, examining how thrilling elements can sometimes undermine narrative coherence. Through examples from popular universes like Frozen and Star Wars, the discussion highlights the necessity of respecting a story's inherent rules while ensuring the excitement of new ideas. The chapter emphasizes the complexities of integrating powers and abilities in a way that feels organic and believable, especially in genres like fanfiction and speculative fiction.

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