Character vs. Self
The main character(s) in the story has an inner conflict with himself or herself.
The character may be struggling to make the right decision, or struggling with
an opinion or idea, or something in his or her mind that causes the character
emotional pain or distress.
Character vs. Character
The main character(s) has a conflict with one or more characters (the character
may be a person, animal, or creature). The characters may have a physical or
verbal argument, or an emotional conflict.
Character vs. Society
The character(s) has a conflict with a group, such as a community, a larger
society, or even with the culture within a place. The character may be struggling
with a group of loggers who are trying to destroy the rainforest.
Character vs. Nature
The character(s) faces conflict with forces of nature. The character may face a horrible
storm at sea or fight against the ripping winds of a tornado.