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At the core of his project is a meticulously crafted system capable of producing up to 292 billion different story configurations. Shapiro’s process began by gathering a vast array of storytelling elements: from genres and character types to settings, story structures, tones, styles, time periods, and paces.
The Construction of a Massive Story Database
Genres: Over 192 unique genres, ranging from action and romance to speculative fiction.
Character Types: Diverse personalities to add depth and variation.
Settings: 31 different environments, including cityscapes, rural areas, and fantastical worlds.
Story and Style Variations: 11 story structures and 24 stylistic approaches.