Hello creatives,
I’m currently developing an epic war-drama series titled WARBORN, a story set in a world devastated by a long and brutal conflict where humanity struggles to survive.
At the center of the story is Adam, a young fighter raised inside a resistance camp after losing part of his family during the war. As he grows into one of the camp’s strongest warriors, he begins to discover a rare instinct that allows him to sense danger before it happens — a gift that could change the course of the war.
But the story is not only about battles. It explores leadership, sacrifice, loyalty, and the psychological cost of growing up in a world shaped entirely by conflict.
I’m curious to hear your thoughts:
When writing long-form war stories, what makes a hero truly compelling for audiences?
• A hero driven by personal loss and revenge
• Or a hero forced to carry the responsibility of protecting others?
Looking forward to hearing your perspectives.
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I'm always fascinated by how war stories shape characters differently. Curious to hear how other writers approach building heroes in these worlds.
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Think 'Dances with Wolves'; 'Little Big Man' or even the recurring character R. Daneel Olivaw in the Isaac Asimov Foundation BOOKS. The former two heroes have a changing mixture of motives, and the latter has one of the best hero developments ever written which takes place over many centuries. Another example, for struggle, motive and survival can be found in the character William Wallace in 'Braveheart'.
David Taylor Interesting examples. I agree that the most compelling heroes often carry multiple motivations that evolve over time. That inner conflict is what makes war stories feel real.