1. The history or background of a character, event, or situation that occurred before the main narrative or present time.
Usage: Plural form of backstory.; Commonly used in fiction, film, television, and gaming.

Examples

• The movie reveals the backstories of all the main characters in the first act.
• Fans love discussing the backstories of their favorite superheroes.
• The novel explores the backstories of minor characters to add depth to the plot.
• Video game developers often create detailed backstories for NPCs to make the world feel more real.
• The prequel series focuses on the backstories of events mentioned in the original trilogy.
• Understanding the backstories helps readers connect emotionally with the characters.
• The author provided backstories for the antagonists to make them more sympathetic.