Mariner Software Contour for Windows - Manual (Page 63)

Act II -- 14 YES-NOs 11 THROUGH 12
In these next two pairs of reversals of Act II, known as “Inside the Whale” in the Guide Pane, several landmarks occur:
Intense, direct conflict between the hero and the opposing force/villain.
Hero realizes that he or she still lacks the skills needed to succeed.
The hero enters his or her darkest internal space, often physically expressed by a tight, enclosed place.
The hero undergoes the Ultimate Test leading to a death-moment.
Act II -- 14 YES-NOs 13 THROUGH 14
In these final TWO pairs of reversals of Act II, known as “Death and Rebirth” in the Guide Pane, several land-
marks occur:
The hero emerges from the death-moment (resurrection) a new being, more fully actualized, with a new understanding,
but not quite ready for the final challenge yet.
(Note: Sometimes this happens in the next Landmark section)
Whatever answers the question “Whatʼs the worst that can happen?”, happens. The villain gains the ultimate upper hand.
The boat breaks down and Brody is stranded on the water without even a radio. (JAWS)
Obi Wan is killed and the Death Star is led to the rebel base. (STAR WARS)
Woody is abandoned by his friends in the house of Sid, the psycho toy-mutilator. (TOY STORY)
The hero assumes the role of standard-bearer for the positive expression of the thematic argument:
Obi Wan is killed, leaving Luke the defender of the Force. (STAR WARS)
Max is going to be taken away and Fletcher embraces telling the truth (LIAR, LIAR)
Cole admits that ghosts want help (THE SIXTH SENSE)
The hero is at his or her lowest moment, which can be expressed through a character interlude.
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