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Drama Engine: A Framework for Narrative Agents

arXiv 2408.11574 ↗First posted 21 Aug 2024cs.AI cs.CLcited by 3

On the map: LLM agents and tool use → Multimodal and embodied agents

Abstract (arXiv)

This technical report presents the Drama Engine, a novel framework for agentic interaction with large language models designed for narrative purposes. The framework adapts multi-agent system principles to create dynamic, context-aware companions that can develop over time and interact with users and each other. Key features include multi-agent workflows with delegation, dynamic prompt assembly, and model-agnostic design. The Drama Engine introduces unique elements such as companion development, mood systems, and automatic context summarising. It is implemented in TypeScript. The framework's applications include multi-agent chats and virtual co-workers for creative writing. The paper discusses the system's architecture, prompt assembly process, delegation mechanisms, and moderation techniques, as well as potential ethical considerations and future extensions.

Key facts. Cited by 3 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026). Placed in Multimodal and embodied agents, one of 16 directions in LLM agents and tool use. Builds on 8 of its 12 references that are in the map. First posted on arXiv 21 Aug 2024.

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  1. 2025A Cognitive Writing Perspective for Constrained Long-Form Text Generationcited by 14
  2. 2025INTIMA: A Benchmark for Human-AI Companionship Behaviorcited by 8
  3. 2025CreAgentive: An Agent Workflow Driven Multi-Category Creative Generation Enginecited by 0

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  5. 2022DialogueScript: Using Dialogue Agents to Produce a Script
  6. 2026Software as Content: Dynamic Applications as the Human-Agent Interaction Layer
  7. 2024Agents' Room: Narrative Generation through Multi-step Collaboration
  8. 2026YeasierAgent: Agentic Social Sandbox as a Canvas for Intent-Driven Creation of Platform-Agnostic Symbiotic Agent-Native Applications