Story Structure — 3 Plot Phases
The Gathering
Four strangers embark on personal journeys of faith that inexplicably lead them to an ancient temple in Mexico as December 21, 2012 approaches.
Key Events
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Four Strangers Converge — Four individuals begin their journey to Mexico Characters: Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex
Location: Various locations
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Temple Discovery — Strangers find the mysterious temple in Mexico Characters: Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex, Wakanna
Location: Ancient Temple
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NASA Detection — Scientists detect polar shift anomalies Characters: Dr. Frank Richards, Dr. Trish Lane, Dr. Ian Hunter
Location: NASA Facility
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Ancient Temple — Mysterious temple at the heart of the story Characters: Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex, Wakanna
Location: Deep in Mexico
Scientific Revelation
NASA scientists detect alarming signs of an impending polar shift while the temple travelers uncover the Mayan significance of the approaching date.
Key Events
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Mayan Calendar Significance — Understanding of December 21, 2012 significance Characters: Wakanna, Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex
Location: Ancient Temple
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Polar Shift Warnings — Scientists attempt to warn the world Characters: Dr. Frank Richards, Dr. Trish Lane, Dr. Ian Hunter, Mrs. Reed
Location: NASA Facility
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Ancient Temple — Mysterious temple at the heart of the story Characters: Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex, Wakanna
Location: Deep in Mexico
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Mayan Calendar — Ancient calendar marking December 21, 2012 Characters: Wakanna, Lloyd
Location: Ancient Temple
Final Countdown
As the final hours of December 21, 2012 tick away, the temple stands united while scientists race to understand the approaching cataclysm.
Key Events
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Temple Ritual Preparation — Characters prepare for the temple ritual Characters: Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex, Wakanna, Uncle Jim
Location: Ancient Temple
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Final Hours Countdown — World braces for December 21, 2012 Characters: Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex, Wakanna, Dr. Frank Richards, Dr. Trish Lane
Location: Temple & NASA Facility
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Doomsday Revelation — Final revelation at the temple as doomsday arrives Characters: Lloyd, Susan, Sarah, Alex, Wakanna
Location: Ancient Temple
On December 21, 2012 four strangers on a journey of faith are drawn to an ancient temple in the heart of Mexico. For the Mayans it is the last recorded day. For NASA scientists it is a cataclysmic polar shift. For the rest of us, it is Doomsday.
