How to Write a great Story using Locations Tutorial (WWE inspired)
September 2, 2010 
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In my last post, I looked at what elements make a story great. What the WWE does to ‘spice’ things up is by the use of locations – in different forms. And when I say different forms, it is applying it in different ways to your story. Let’s look at how the WWE uses locations to make the story many leveled and deep.
Characters come from different locations.
There is an array of locations attributed to each of the superstars in the WWE. Some are from Ireland, Jamaica and the UK. Others from just across the border in Havana, Portugal and Mexico. Then, also from different states in America; Long Island, Massachusetts and Texas. There are lost more exotic location s these stars are from. What it shows us regarding writing is that when your characters are from different locations it brings together an array of different cultures, languages and perceptions. It is interesting to see what happens when they come together and what each one brings to the table drawing from where they come from.
Different titles for different locations.
In the WWE locations, or more to the point regions, play a part in the administering of their titles. There is the intercontinental championship, the world championship and the all American championship (under correction). These all make up for recognition of different leagues. Intercontinental, obviously for those superstars that come outside of America. World championship for all to participate in. the all American championship for Americans and oh, there’s the world HEAVYweight championship.
Shows are in different locations.
Most of the shows happen in different locations to cater for and draw crowd from all over the country. This is obviously to keep the stadiums full and the fans traveling with packages offered through the company.
How to use these locations.
With character come from different location they can play into home crowds as locations move for the matches. There is nothing more electrifying for for instance Rey Mysterio to battle his opponent to a Mexican crowd on American soil. Every single aspect of locations are used as selling points, creating interest and excitement, and setting up a seasonal match up.
How does this apply to writing? If you can use locations by recognizing the different potential that locations poses in the different facets I explained, it could make for a great story. Where does your characters come from? How do they relate to where they are and where do they find themselves in different parts of the story? Use the momentum of your story mixed with the potential or mystique of every location to craft your story and you have riveting stuff coming the way of the audience.
Let’s dream and make it happen.
Ivin
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Interesting take. Well, let me see how I can apply this. And thanks!
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Ya, maybe you dug a little too deep for this one
@John, perhaps
@ Melissa. Interesting take indeed. They really can be interwoven. We should never underestimate the potential of locations. Thanks again.
@Matthew, Using it as a writing tool, that’s the deal!
I come from exotic locations
@Sanjyay, I’m sure you do. Thanks for your contribution.
Interesting take, or shall I say interpretation. You DO have a very vivid imagination, Ivin. I’ll give you that. Seeing the potential of locations in such a minute detail.
@Melissa, ah yes, the imagination. Well, ‘Limitations live only in our minds. But if we use our imaginations, our possibilities become limitless.’ Jamie Paolinetti.