Think of one big twist that happens in the middle of your story to shift the plot goals and any little twists you can add to each scene. Use the brainstorming twist list below to choose some twist ideas for your story.
One Big Twist that shifts plot goals in middle:
Other Possible Plot Point Twists:
Twist Brainstorming Ideas: 1. Accident kills someone. 2. Lies multiply fast. 3. Code is finally broken 4. Being attacked from several directions at once. 5. Choice between obtaining goal and love. 6. Backup never shows up. 7. Character has sudden epiphany and changes behavior 8. Shocking truth revealed. 9. Secrets revealed or hidden. 10. Character loses the ability to move, see or walk 11. Incorrect information revealed 12. Misunderstanding revealed 13. Character switches loyalty. 14. Lots of little goals need to be done first. 15. Unforeseen trap. 16. Characters react in strange ways. 17. Dead guy comes back to life. 18. Unforeseen love triangle exposed. 19. Clues destroyed. 20. Key witness killed or disappears. 21. Innocent people get in the way 22. Communication system goes haywire. 23. Plans are stolen by the enemy. 24. Character gets caught. 25. Cover is blown 26. Traitor revealed 27. Unexpected suspicious opportunity 28. Key equipment breaks down. 29. Worse situation gets even worse during escape route. 30. Progress towards goal is an illusion. 31. New information is revealed that changes current situation completely. 32. Sudden change of plans. 33. Natural obstacles or unforeseen disasters. 34. Unexpected event occurs. 35. No more food, money, air, bullets or gas. 36. Shot from unknown place. 37. Ticking clock time deadline pressure such as bomb about to explode. 38. Hidden fear or weakness revealed. 39. Past comes back to bite character. 40. Weapon now broken or out of use.
How many different types of twists can you add to each of your plot points?
