# Drama Engine: A Framework for Narrative Agents

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2408.11574 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2408.11574/

## 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.

## Placed in

- LLM agents and tool use / [Multimodal and embodied agents](https://mlsanity.com/agents/multimodal-and-embodied-agents/)

## Builds on (most cited first, 8 of 8)

- [Generative Agents: Interactive Simulacra of Human Behavior](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2304.03442/) (2023)
- [A Survey on Large Language Model based Autonomous Agents](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2308.11432/) (2023)
- [The Rise and Potential of Large Language Model Based Agents: A Survey](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2309.07864/) (2023)
- [A Survey on the Memory Mechanism of Large Language Model based Agents](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2404.13501/) (2024)
- [Learning to Speak and Act in a Fantasy Text Adventure Game](https://mlsanity.com/paper/1903.03094/) (2019)
- [A Survey on Large Language Model-Based Game Agents](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2404.02039/) (2024)
- [Keep CALM and Explore: Language Models for Action Generation in Text-based Games](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2010.02903/) (2020)
- [Hermes 3 Technical Report](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2408.11857/) (2024)

## Built on by (most cited first, 3 of 3)

- [A Cognitive Writing Perspective for Constrained Long-Form Text Generation](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2502.12568/) (2025)
- [INTIMA: A Benchmark for Human-AI Companionship Behavior](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2508.09998/) (2025)
- [CreAgentive: An Agent Workflow Driven Multi-Category Creative Generation Engine](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2509.26461/) (2025)

## 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.