FIGHT SCENE WORKSHEET

7 Page Worksheet

Learn how to create dynamic and immersive fight scenes that

engage readers and advance the plot of your story.

Use this worksheet to brainstorm, outline, and refine your fight

scenes. Consider the choreography, pacing, and emotional
stakes to make your scenes come alive on the page.
Fight Scene Details:

TITLE OF FIGHT SCENE_______

[Give your fight scene a descriptive or memorable title.]

Components
Fight Scene Details:

TITLE OF FIGHT SCENE_______

[Give your fight scene a descriptive or memorable title.]

Setting

Describe the setting where the fight takes place.

Consider the location, time of day, and any environmental factors that may impact the
scene.

Combatants

Introduce the characters

involved in the fight.

Describe their physical

appearance, fighting
styles, strengths,
weaknesses, and
motivations.

Objective

Determine the objective of the fight

for each character.

What do they hope to achieve or gain

by engaging in combat?

How does this conflict advance the

plot or develop their character arcs?
Fight Scene Details:

Conflict and Stakes

Identify the central conflict driving the fight scene.

What are the characters fighting for, and what are the stakes if they fail? How does
the outcome of the fight impact the story moving forward?

Action Beats

Break down the fight scene into action beats or sequences. Describe each action in
detail, including movements, attacks, defenses, and reactions. Consider the flow of
the fight and how it escalates over time.
Fight Scene Details:

Emotional Beats

Explore the emotional beats of the fight scene.

How do the characters feel before, during, and after the fight? What internal
struggles or conflicts do they face, and how do these emotions influence their actions?

Sensory Details

Engage the reader's senses by incorporating sensory details into your fight scene.
Describe the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and tactile sensations experienced by
the characters and the environment.

Resolution

Determine how the fight scene concludes. Does one character emerge victorious, or
is it a draw? What are the consequences of the fight for the characters and the
overall story?
Application

WRITING PROMPT
SEE LIST OF PROMPTS ON THE NEXT PAGE

Use the information gathered to write a draft of your fight scene. Focus on bringing the
action to life while maintaining tension and emotional depth.
Application

WRITING PROMPTS
IDEAS

Unlikely Allies:

Write a fight scene where two

characters with opposing goals are
forced to team up against a common
enemy. How do their conflicting
personalities and motivations affect
their ability to work together in
combat?
Betrayal and Confrontation:
Underdog Victory:
Your protagonist faces off against a
much stronger opponent in a fight for
survival. Write the scene as they use
their intelligence, resourcefulness, and
determination to overcome the odds
and emerge victorious.

Explore a fight scene where one

character betrays another, leading to
a dramatic confrontation. How do the
betrayed character's feelings of
anger, betrayal, and hurt fuel their
actions in combat?
Moral Dilemma:
Race Against Time:
Set your fight scene in a high-pressure
situation where the characters must
battle against the clock to achieve
their objective. How does the urgency
of the situation impact their decision-
making and combat strategy?

Write a fight scene where the

characters are torn between their
sense of duty and their personal
beliefs. How do their conflicting values
influence their actions in combat, and
what sacrifices are they willing to
make for what they believe is right?
Reflection

INSIGHTS
Reflect on your draft and seek feedback from peers or beta readers.
Revise and refine your fight scene based on their input, focusing on clarity, pacing, and
impact.
 Hey There,

Thank you for taking the time to complete this worksheet! Your creativity and
dedication to your craft are truly inspiring.

Keep writing from the heart, exploring new ideas, and embracing the journey
ahead. Your words have the power to make a difference.

Wishing you endless inspiration and success on your writing journey!

Love Elin,
founder of