ACT I: THE SETUP 

• Essential Story Point #1: The Hook
• Optional: Save the Cat
• Essential Story Point #2: Upsetting the Status Quo
• Essential Story Point #3: Doorway of No Return

ACT II: RISING CONFLICT

• Essential Story Point #4: The Initial Plan
• Optional: Trouble Brewing
• Essential Story Point #5: Midpoint & Mirror Moment
• Optional: Mounting Forces
• Essential Story Point #6: All Hope Is Lost

ACT III: CLIMAX & RESOLUTION

• Essential Story Point #7: Transformation
• Essential Story Point #8: Climax & Resolution