bmad-method 4.39.1 → 4.39.2

package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-creative-writing/agents/dialog-specialist.txt

@@ -100,6 +100,7 @@ dependencies:
 You are the Dialog Specialist, translator of human interaction into compelling fiction. You understand that great dialog does multiple jobs simultaneously.
 
 Master:
+
 - **Naturalistic flow** without real speech's redundancy
 - **Character-specific** vocabulary and rhythm
 - **Subtext and implication** over direct statement
@@ -220,12 +221,15 @@ User can type `#yolo` to toggle to YOLO mode (process all sections at once).
 # Workshop Dialog
 
 ## Purpose
+
 Refine dialog for authenticity, character voice, and dramatic effectiveness.
 
 ## Process
 
 ### 1. Voice Audit
+
 For each character, assess:
+
 - Vocabulary level and word choice
 - Sentence structure preferences
 - Speech rhythms and patterns
@@ -234,7 +238,9 @@ For each character, assess:
 - Emotional expression style
 
 ### 2. Subtext Analysis
+
 For each exchange:
+
 - What's being said directly
 - What's really being communicated
 - Power dynamics at play
@@ -243,14 +249,18 @@ For each exchange:
 - Obstacles to directness
 
 ### 3. Flow Enhancement
+
 - Remove unnecessary dialogue tags
 - Vary attribution methods
 - Add action beats
 - Incorporate silence/pauses
 - Balance dialog with narrative
 - Ensure natural interruptions
+
 ### 4. Conflict Injection
+
 Where dialog lacks tension:
+
 - Add opposing goals
 - Insert misunderstandings
 - Create subtext conflicts
@@ -259,6 +269,7 @@ Where dialog lacks tension:
 - Add environmental pressure
 
 ### 5. Polish Pass
+
 - Read aloud for rhythm
 - Check period authenticity
 - Verify character consistency
@@ -267,6 +278,7 @@ Where dialog lacks tension:
 - Add distinctive character markers
 
 ## Output
+
 Refined dialog with stronger voices and dramatic impact
 ==================== END: .bmad-creative-writing/tasks/workshop-dialog.md ====================
 
@@ -282,7 +294,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 ## Instructions
 
 1. **Initial Assessment**
-
    - If user or the task being run provides a checklist name:
      - Try fuzzy matching (e.g. "plot checklist" -> "plot-structure-checklist")
      - If multiple matches found, ask user to clarify
@@ -295,14 +306,12 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
      - All at once (YOLO mode - recommended for checklists, there will be a summary of sections at the end to discuss)
 
 2. **Document and Artifact Gathering**
-
    - Each checklist will specify its required documents/artifacts at the beginning
    - Follow the checklist's specific instructions for what to gather, generally a file can be resolved in the docs folder, if not or unsure, halt and ask or confirm with the user.
 
 3. **Checklist Processing**
 
    If in interactive mode:
-
    - Work through each section of the checklist one at a time
    - For each section:
      - Review all items in the section following instructions for that section embedded in the checklist
@@ -311,7 +320,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
      - Get user confirmation before proceeding to next section or if any thing major do we need to halt and take corrective action
 
    If in YOLO mode:
-
    - Process all sections at once
    - Create a comprehensive report of all findings
    - Present the complete analysis to the user
@@ -319,7 +327,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 4. **Validation Approach**
 
    For each checklist item:
-
    - Read and understand the requirement
    - Look for evidence in the documentation that satisfies the requirement
    - Consider both explicit mentions and implicit coverage
@@ -333,7 +340,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 5. **Section Analysis**
 
    For each section:
-
    - think step by step to calculate pass rate
    - Identify common themes in failed items
    - Provide specific recommendations for improvement
@@ -343,7 +349,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 6. **Final Report**
 
    Prepare a summary that includes:
-
    - Overall checklist completion status
    - Pass rates by section
    - List of failed items with context
@@ -582,21 +587,26 @@ sections:
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/checklists/comedic-timing-checklist.md ====================
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 # 23. Comedic Timing & Humor Checklist
+
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 ---
+
 checklist:
-  id: comedic-timing-checklist
-  name: Comedic Timing & Humor Checklist
-  description: Ensure jokes land and humorous beats serve character/plot.
+id: comedic-timing-checklist
+name: Comedic Timing & Humor Checklist
+description: Ensure jokes land and humorous beats serve character/plot.
 items:
-  - "[ ] Setup, beat, punchline structure clear"
-  - "[ ] Humor aligns with character voice"
-  - "[ ] Cultural references understandable by target audience"
-  - "[ ] No conflicting tone in serious scenes"
-  - "[ ] Callback jokes spaced for maximum payoff"
-  - "[ ] Physical comedy described with vivid imagery"
-...
+
+- "[ ] Setup, beat, punchline structure clear"
+- "[ ] Humor aligns with character voice"
+- "[ ] Cultural references understandable by target audience"
+- "[ ] No conflicting tone in serious scenes"
+- "[ ] Callback jokes spaced for maximum payoff"
+- "[ ] Physical comedy described with vivid imagery"
+  ...
 ==================== END: .bmad-creative-writing/checklists/comedic-timing-checklist.md ====================
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
@@ -705,24 +715,28 @@ BMad Creative Writing transforms you into a "Creative Director" - orchestrating
 ## Templates & Tools
 
 ### Character Development
+
 - Comprehensive character profiles
 - Backstory builders
 - Voice and dialogue patterns
 - Relationship mapping
 
 ### Story Structure
+
 - Three-act outlines
 - Save the Cat beat sheets
 - Hero's Journey mapping
 - Scene-by-scene breakdowns
 
 ### World Building
+
 - Setting documentation
 - Magic/technology systems
 - Cultural development
 - Timeline tracking
 
 ### Publishing Support
+
 - KDP formatting guidelines
 - Cover design briefs
 - Marketing copy templates
@@ -731,6 +745,7 @@ BMad Creative Writing transforms you into a "Creative Director" - orchestrating
 ## Genre Support
 
 ### Built-in Genre Checklists
+
 - Fantasy & Sci-Fi
 - Romance & Thriller
 - Mystery & Horror
@@ -738,6 +753,7 @@ BMad Creative Writing transforms you into a "Creative Director" - orchestrating
 - Young Adult
 
 Each genre includes:
+
 - Trope management
 - Reader expectations
 - Market positioning
@@ -746,24 +762,28 @@ Each genre includes:
 ## Best Practices
 
 ### Character Development
+
 1. Start with internal conflict
 2. Build from wound/lie/want/need
 3. Create unique voice patterns
 4. Track arc progression
 
 ### Plot Construction
+
 1. Begin with clear story question
 2. Escalate stakes progressively
 3. Plant setup/payoff pairs
 4. Balance pacing with character moments
 
 ### World Building
+
 1. Maintain internal consistency
 2. Show through character experience
 3. Build only what serves story
 4. Track all established rules
 
 ### Revision Process
+
 1. Complete draft before major edits
 2. Address structure before prose
 3. Read dialogue aloud
@@ -803,11 +823,13 @@ Remember: BMad Creative Writing provides structure to liberate creativity, not c
 # Story Structure Patterns
 
 ## Three-Act Structure
+
 - **Act 1 (25%)**: Setup, inciting incident
 - **Act 2 (50%)**: Confrontation, complications
 - **Act 3 (25%)**: Resolution
 
 ## Save the Cat Beats
+
 1. Opening Image (0-1%)
 2. Setup (1-10%)
 3. Theme Stated (5%)
@@ -823,7 +845,9 @@ Remember: BMad Creative Writing provides structure to liberate creativity, not c
 13. Break into Three (80%)
 14. Finale (80-99%)
 15. Final Image (99-100%)
+
 ## Hero's Journey
+
 1. Ordinary World
 2. Call to Adventure
 3. Refusal of Call
@@ -838,6 +862,7 @@ Remember: BMad Creative Writing provides structure to liberate creativity, not c
 12. Return with Elixir
 
 ## Seven-Point Structure
+
 1. Hook
 2. Plot Turn 1
 3. Pinch Point 1
@@ -847,6 +872,7 @@ Remember: BMad Creative Writing provides structure to liberate creativity, not c
 7. Resolution
 
 ## Freytag's Pyramid
+
 1. Exposition
 2. Rising Action
 3. Climax
@@ -854,6 +880,7 @@ Remember: BMad Creative Writing provides structure to liberate creativity, not c
 5. Denouement
 
 ## Kishōtenketsu (Japanese)
+
 - **Ki**: Introduction
 - **Shō**: Development
 - **Ten**: Twist

package/dist/expansion-packs/bmad-creative-writing/agents/editor.txt

@@ -101,6 +101,7 @@ dependencies:
 You are the Editor, defender of clear, powerful prose. You balance respect for authorial voice with the demands of readability and market expectations.
 
 Focus on:
+
 - **Micro-level**: word choice, sentence structure, grammar
 - **Meso-level**: paragraph flow, scene transitions, pacing
 - **Macro-level**: chapter structure, act breaks, overall arc
@@ -219,42 +220,52 @@ User can type `#yolo` to toggle to YOLO mode (process all sections at once).
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/tasks/final-polish.md ====================
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 # 14. Final Polish
+
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 ---
+
 task:
-  id: final-polish
-  name: Final Polish
-  description: Line‑edit for style, clarity, grammar.
-  persona_default: editor
+id: final-polish
+name: Final Polish
+description: Line‑edit for style, clarity, grammar.
+persona_default: editor
 inputs:
-  - chapter-dialog.md | polished-manuscript.md
-steps:
-  - Correct grammar and tighten prose.
-  - Ensure consistent voice.
-output: chapter-final.md | final-manuscript.md
-...
+
+- chapter-dialog.md | polished-manuscript.md
+  steps:
+- Correct grammar and tighten prose.
+- Ensure consistent voice.
+  output: chapter-final.md | final-manuscript.md
+  ...
 ==================== END: .bmad-creative-writing/tasks/final-polish.md ====================
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/tasks/incorporate-feedback.md ====================
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 # 6. Incorporate Feedback
+
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 ---
+
 task:
-  id: incorporate-feedback
-  name: Incorporate Feedback
-  description: Merge beta feedback into manuscript; accept, reject, or revise.
-  persona_default: editor
+id: incorporate-feedback
+name: Incorporate Feedback
+description: Merge beta feedback into manuscript; accept, reject, or revise.
+persona_default: editor
 inputs:
-  - draft-manuscript.md
-  - beta-notes.md
-steps:
-  - Summarize actionable changes.
-  - Apply revisions inline.
-  - Mark resolved comments.
-output: polished-manuscript.md
-...
+
+- draft-manuscript.md
+- beta-notes.md
+  steps:
+- Summarize actionable changes.
+- Apply revisions inline.
+- Mark resolved comments.
+  output: polished-manuscript.md
+  ...
 ==================== END: .bmad-creative-writing/tasks/incorporate-feedback.md ====================
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/tasks/execute-checklist.md ====================
@@ -269,7 +280,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 ## Instructions
 
 1. **Initial Assessment**
-
    - If user or the task being run provides a checklist name:
      - Try fuzzy matching (e.g. "plot checklist" -> "plot-structure-checklist")
      - If multiple matches found, ask user to clarify
@@ -282,14 +292,12 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
      - All at once (YOLO mode - recommended for checklists, there will be a summary of sections at the end to discuss)
 
 2. **Document and Artifact Gathering**
-
    - Each checklist will specify its required documents/artifacts at the beginning
    - Follow the checklist's specific instructions for what to gather, generally a file can be resolved in the docs folder, if not or unsure, halt and ask or confirm with the user.
 
 3. **Checklist Processing**
 
    If in interactive mode:
-
    - Work through each section of the checklist one at a time
    - For each section:
      - Review all items in the section following instructions for that section embedded in the checklist
@@ -298,7 +306,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
      - Get user confirmation before proceeding to next section or if any thing major do we need to halt and take corrective action
 
    If in YOLO mode:
-
    - Process all sections at once
    - Create a comprehensive report of all findings
    - Present the complete analysis to the user
@@ -306,7 +313,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 4. **Validation Approach**
 
    For each checklist item:
-
    - Read and understand the requirement
    - Look for evidence in the documentation that satisfies the requirement
    - Consider both explicit mentions and implicit coverage
@@ -320,7 +326,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 5. **Section Analysis**
 
    For each section:
-
    - think step by step to calculate pass rate
    - Identify common themes in failed items
    - Provide specific recommendations for improvement
@@ -330,7 +335,6 @@ If the user asks or does not specify a specific checklist, list the checklists a
 6. **Final Report**
 
    Prepare a summary that includes:
-
    - Overall checklist completion status
    - Pass rates by section
    - List of failed items with context
@@ -559,40 +563,50 @@ sections:
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/checklists/line-edit-quality-checklist.md ====================
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 # 4. Line‑Edit Quality Checklist
+
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 ---
+
 checklist:
-  id: line-edit-quality-checklist
-  name: Line‑Edit Quality Checklist
-  description: Copy‑editing pass for clarity, grammar, and style.
+id: line-edit-quality-checklist
+name: Line‑Edit Quality Checklist
+description: Copy‑editing pass for clarity, grammar, and style.
 items:
-  - "[ ] Grammar/spelling free of errors"
-  - "[ ] Passive voice minimized (target <15%)"
-  - "[ ] Repetitious words/phrases trimmed"
-  - "[ ] Dialogue punctuation correct"
-  - "[ ] Sentences varied in length/rhythm"
-  - "[ ] Consistent tense and POV"
-...
+
+- "[ ] Grammar/spelling free of errors"
+- "[ ] Passive voice minimized (target <15%)"
+- "[ ] Repetitious words/phrases trimmed"
+- "[ ] Dialogue punctuation correct"
+- "[ ] Sentences varied in length/rhythm"
+- "[ ] Consistent tense and POV"
+  ...
 ==================== END: .bmad-creative-writing/checklists/line-edit-quality-checklist.md ====================
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/checklists/publication-readiness-checklist.md ====================
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 # 5. Publication Readiness Checklist
+
 # ------------------------------------------------------------
+
 ---
+
 checklist:
-  id: publication-readiness-checklist
-  name: Publication Readiness Checklist
-  description: Final checks before releasing or submitting the manuscript.
+id: publication-readiness-checklist
+name: Publication Readiness Checklist
+description: Final checks before releasing or submitting the manuscript.
 items:
-  - "[ ] Front matter complete (title, author, dedication)"
-  - "[ ] Back matter complete (acknowledgments, about author)"
-  - "[ ] Table of contents updated (digital)"
-  - "[ ] Chapter headings numbered correctly"
-  - "[ ] Formatting styles consistent"
-  - "[ ] Metadata (ISBN, keywords) embedded"
-...
+
+- "[ ] Front matter complete (title, author, dedication)"
+- "[ ] Back matter complete (acknowledgments, about author)"
+- "[ ] Table of contents updated (digital)"
+- "[ ] Chapter headings numbered correctly"
+- "[ ] Formatting styles consistent"
+- "[ ] Metadata (ISBN, keywords) embedded"
+  ...
 ==================== END: .bmad-creative-writing/checklists/publication-readiness-checklist.md ====================
 
 ==================== START: .bmad-creative-writing/data/bmad-kb.md ====================
@@ -701,24 +715,28 @@ BMad Creative Writing transforms you into a "Creative Director" - orchestrating
 ## Templates & Tools
 
 ### Character Development
+
 - Comprehensive character profiles
 - Backstory builders
 - Voice and dialogue patterns
 - Relationship mapping
 
 ### Story Structure
+
 - Three-act outlines
 - Save the Cat beat sheets
 - Hero's Journey mapping
 - Scene-by-scene breakdowns
 
 ### World Building
+
 - Setting documentation
 - Magic/technology systems
 - Cultural development
 - Timeline tracking
 
 ### Publishing Support
+
 - KDP formatting guidelines
 - Cover design briefs
 - Marketing copy templates
@@ -727,6 +745,7 @@ BMad Creative Writing transforms you into a "Creative Director" - orchestrating
 ## Genre Support
 
 ### Built-in Genre Checklists
+
 - Fantasy & Sci-Fi
 - Romance & Thriller
 - Mystery & Horror
@@ -734,6 +753,7 @@ BMad Creative Writing transforms you into a "Creative Director" - orchestrating
 - Young Adult
 
 Each genre includes:
+
 - Trope management
 - Reader expectations
 - Market positioning
@@ -742,24 +762,28 @@ Each genre includes:
 ## Best Practices
 
 ### Character Development
+
 1. Start with internal conflict
 2. Build from wound/lie/want/need
 3. Create unique voice patterns
 4. Track arc progression
 
 ### Plot Construction
+
 1. Begin with clear story question
 2. Escalate stakes progressively
 3. Plant setup/payoff pairs
 4. Balance pacing with character moments
 
 ### World Building
+
 1. Maintain internal consistency
 2. Show through character experience
 3. Build only what serves story
 4. Track all established rules
 
 ### Revision Process
+
 1. Complete draft before major edits
 2. Address structure before prose
 3. Read dialogue aloud