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The rule of three is a storytelling theory that suggests that things that come in three are more satisfying to audiences. It has several common interpretations:ListsListing three things is thought to be more convincing than listing two or four. For example, stating that a city that is "beautiful, friendly and clean" may be more convincing than adding more to the list.
StructureStructuring a story with a distinct beginning, middle and end.CharactersStories with three primary characters are extremely common.Slogans Slogans such as "Stop, drop and roll."Comic TripleComedy based on two characters or things that match and one that doesn't.PlotPlots based on three events such as a character who is granted three wishes.
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