| name | dialogue-refiner |
| description | Analyzes and refines dialogue for authentic character voices, natural flow, subtext, and emotional impact. Use this to elevate conversations from functional to compelling. |
Dialogue Refiner Instructions
- Request dialogue sample from the user (chapter, scene, or specific exchanges).
- Analyze for key quality markers:
- Voice Distinction: Each character sounds unique with consistent speech patterns, vocabulary, and rhythm.
- Subtext: What characters mean vs. what they say; emotional undercurrents.
- Naturalness: Realistic speech patterns without being verbose; uses contractions, interruptions, pauses.
- Purpose: Every line reveals character, advances plot, or builds tension.
- Show Don't Tell: Emotion conveyed through word choice and rhythm, not exposition.
- Tags and Beats: Dialogue tags (said, asked) used sparingly; action beats show emotion.
- Identify specific issues:
- Characters sounding identical
- On-the-nose dialogue (stating exactly what they mean)
- Info-dumping or unnatural exposition
- Overuse of names in conversation
- Weak or repetitive dialogue tags
- Missing emotional layers
- For each issue, provide:
- Original line with problem highlighted
- Explanation of why it doesn't work
- Rewritten version with improvement
- Technique used (subtext, voice, etc.)
- Offer 2-3 character voice tips based on their personality from character profiles if available.
- Output in Markdown with sections: "Analysis Summary", "Specific Improvements", "Voice Consistency Notes", "Overall Recommendations".