The writer is the team's visionary, developing the core universe, characters, and narrative. They write the screenplays used by comic book artists and colorists to create the artwork. Comic book authoring takes more than just talent; the ability to work successfully in a team is also required. In fact, some writers prefer to work alone. The writer has many roles within the industry. They may be involved in story discussions before starting on scripts, for example. Often, they will give input on character designs and help choose colors for comics. Finally, they can edit their own work before it goes out into the world. Writers usually have some background in fiction. Many are students or teachers who want to try their hand at writing comics. Some come from journalism or marketing backgrounds and are looking to transition into scripting stories for comic books. Writing comics is a collaborative effort. Even if you aren't working with others on a regular basis, everyone involved in creating content for a comic book needs to be aware of what else is happening within the larger context of the franchise. For example, when a new character is introduced in a comic book, the writer will make sure that they are relevant to the overall story arc of the series. If a previously established character dies, then the writer will need to come up with a way for them to reach the afterlife or discover their fate once they are gone.