Writing a reaction to violence

Discussion in 'Character Development' started by iolair, Mar 2, 2009.

  1. xxtake_controlxx

    xxtake_controlxx New Member

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    I think you should go with whatever suits your character best. But, in my head, I feel that when someone wets themselves it's usually as a result of a scare, usually an immediate scare. But when someone vomits for this reason, it's usually as a result of seeing something that they didn't want to see, or something like that. Personally, in this situation, I like vomiting because it's a more violent way to expel something in response to a violent situation. But that's just me.

    Bottom line: do whatever suits both your character and the story.
     
  2. The Viendish One

    The Viendish One New Member

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    I think it would make a stronger impact if his reaction wasn't a disgusting physical one.

    How about his eyes spread wide open, his mouth agape in shock and his breathing is reduced to labored gasps?
     
  3. Londoner

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    Maybe the violence is so traumatic, he doesn't immediately notice loss of bladder control.
     

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