I’ve been reflecting on how different stories could be if characters weren’t constrained by plot requirements. For instance, we often see extremely powerful characters in games capable of immense destruction, yet in narratives, they struggle against much weaker foes just to keep the plot interesting.
What if we eliminated those limitations entirely? Imagine if all characters could showcase their full potential drawn from their original material without being toned down to suit the story’s needs. It makes me wonder which battles would end up with completely altered results and how significantly the narrative would shift.
Take, for example, those characters who are portrayed as overwhelmingly strong, yet are defeated by inferior opponents due to storytelling necessities. Without those imposed restrictions, would the storyline collapse entirely, or would it simply evolve differently?
Has this crossed anyone else’s mind? Which narratives do you feel would undergo the most drastic changes?