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Prequel

usgb/ˈpriːkwəl/Volume
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Story Order

A prequel is set before the original story, explaining background details or characters' histories.

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After watching the movie, I read the prequel to learn about the hero's past.
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Not Always First

Prequels are released after the original series, despite the story timeline being earlier.

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The second book published in the series is actually a prequel to the first book.
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Understanding Characters

Prequels can give you insight into why characters act the way they do in the main series.

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The prequel shows why the villain turned evil, adding depth to the story.
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