: Internal or external barriers that keep the couple apart.
: Use cliffhangers and pacing to maintain momentum. Some writers recommend placing a major "catalyst" event roughly 12% into the story to set the romance in motion. 2. File-Based Relationship Systems
: A scene where "sparks fly" and the lead characters first connect.
This guide outlines how to structure file-based relationship systems and develop compelling romantic storylines for interactive media, such as video games and visual novels. 1. Developing the Romantic Storyline
