How to Write an Adventure Story

Last Updated: February 5, 2023 References

Everyone just loves to listen at a good old adventure story, who doesn't? It's fun to hear how adventure heroes like Indiana Jones explore the world in a thrilling way...Now you can write your own adventure story too! Just follow the steps below. (NOTE: this guide is all about how to make an adventure story similar to the Indiana Jones, this might not be the adventure story you're looking for.)

Steps

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Create your artifact.^{[1]
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Go to source}This is very important if you are to create an adventure story, your artifact could either be based from true objects (the Excalibur, apple of discord, etc.) or you could make one up! Does your artifact possess supernatural powers? Be free and creative! Have fun.
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Create your hero. Every adventure story must have a hero or else the events will not untangle!^{[2]
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Research source} You could choose what your protagonist could be, is he/she male or female? What's his/her educational degree? Why is he/she interested in the artifact? It's your call!

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Create your sidekick.^{[3]
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Research source} Adventure stories are no fun if the hero goes solo, that's why you must create a sidekick (usually a leading lady, a child, etc.) Is your sidekick loyal or is he a traitor? Is he/she male or female? It's also your decision.
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Create your villain. Now if there's good, there is always bad, that's why you must make a villain. Is your villain alone or with some companions? Does he repent or not?
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Create your story.^{[4]
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Research source} Now this is the most fun part in making an adventure story. You get to choose, arrange and decide the fateful events in your story. Make a draft and put it aside so that when you're done making the story, you can polish your story's details. Does the villain die? Is the artifact retrieved?
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Arrange your story. When you're done with the drafts, you must arrange your events and start to polish your adventure story's details.^{[5]
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Go to source} Here you can see the plot spaces and could change a certain event in the story.
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Create a title! Since your adventure story is already done, write its title! It must be connected to your story and it must be inviting to your listeners. After making your adventure story, go share it with your friends!

Community Q&A

Question

How do I avoid making a cliche artifact?

Community Answer

Think about the motivation of your character. Why do they need to find this artifact? If you have a unique character you can come up with a unique need for the artifact. That being said: there's nothing original under the sun. Don't be afraid to do something someone else has already done, just make it your own! There's a great book called Steal Like An Artist all about where to find inspiration. It's a good read if you're feeling blocked because it will motivate you to find your inspiration in the things you enjoy yourself.
Question

How do I write extended sequences about traveling without making it boring?

Community Answer

Describe in detail the surroundings of the area your character is traveling in. You could also break up a traveling sequence with flashbacks or important dialogue, or, if your narrative allows for it, switch to following another character while that character is in transit.
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When I write, the story doesn't seem to have a good plot when I read over it. How can I improve my writing?

Community Answer

Make sure you have an outline before you write. Whether it be a simple paragraph that explains what happens in order, or full on character designs and a step by step plot, you need something that outlines a plot before you start to write. From there you can change your story to fit what you want and write it eventually! Find a good spot where you can brainstorm, get a pen and a bunch of paper, and just write down everything you come up with, eventually putting it in an outline.

Warnings

Never mock or insult anything based from real life.

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Don't prolong your story. Your listeners might get bored.

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Be original. You must make your own story, don't copy from others or else you'll be a criminal for infringement. In case that you based your story from an inspiration (movie, novel, etc.) make your own concept out of it.

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