We read the starting point
We look for the real story, the strongest scene, the voice clues, and what not to guess.
After the free Story Map
You decide if it should become something finished.
The free Story Map should clarify the story thread, gather-first step, and caution lines. Only then does it make sense to talk about a paid Capsule.
You get a Story Map
It names the likely shape and the smallest useful thing to gather first.
You choose the next step
You can stop there, answer one clarification question, or continue into a focused private Story Capsule.
The paid step should be obvious, not surprising.
If the Story Map shows a strong path, the next paid step is usually a focused build: preserve the voice, gather the first source anchors, shape the written story sections, and prepare a First Listen guide.