Key Differences
- Structure: regular chats are open-ended conversations. Scenes have a defined setting, backstory, and narrative framework.
- Characters: regular chats are one-on-one with a single character. Scenes can include up to 20 characters interacting simultaneously.
- Narrative: scenes include descriptive narration between dialogue, creating an immersive story experience. Regular chats are pure conversation.
- Outcomes: scenes have branching paths and story progression. Regular chats flow freely without plot structure.
- Replayability: scenes are designed to be replayed with different choices for different outcomes. Regular chats are continuous.
When to Use Each
Use regular chats when you want to:
- Have a casual conversation with a character
- Get help, advice, or information from a character
- Build an ongoing relationship with a character over time
- Use voice chat
Use scenes when you want to:
- Experience an interactive story with a defined narrative
- Interact with multiple characters in the same setting
- Make choices that affect outcomes
- Replay for different story paths
Combining Both
Characters you meet in scenes can also be chatted with outside of the scene context. If you enjoy a character from a scene, find them on the marketplace or the creator's profile and start a regular conversation. The character will have its base personality but will not remember scene-specific events unless you reference them.