The Monster Guide

: Determine what it looks, smells, and sounds like to ground the reader's senses [3].

: Clearly define why the monster is feared and what its primary motivation is—does it hunt for survival, sport, or a more alien purpose? [5]. The Monster

The effectiveness of a monster often relies on what the audience doesn't see. : Determine what it looks, smells, and sounds

: Use isolated settings—like sprawling mansions or dark woods—to create a sense of claustrophobia that traps the characters with the threat [12]. : Determine what it looks