1. Introduction: Defining Chance and Choice in Entertainment I begin by recognizing that chance is not merely a narrative device but a foundational force shaping storytelling across media—from procedural game worlds to algorithmically curated films and interactive fiction. Far from random noise, it functions as an invisible architect, introducing unpredictability that challenges authorship, deepens immersion,… Continue reading The Unseen Threads: How Randomness Shapes Storytelling Across Media