Impetus. Sometimes called the "Conflict."
You might also mean "rising action."
The series of events that take place
Complication, climax, resolution, exposition
Complication, climax, resolution, exposition
Complication, climax, resolution, exposition
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No, the complication and rising action are not the same. The rising action is the series of events that build tension in a story leading up to the climax, while the complication is the problem or conflict that arises to challenge the main character or protagonist. The complication is usually a key element of the rising action that propels the narrative forward.
The complication in "The Treasure of Lemon Brown" occurs when Lemon Brown's treasure is discovered by a group of thugs who are also looking for it. This leads to a confrontation and a moment of danger for Lemon Brown and the main character.
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Climax is a moment when the protagonist achieves his Goal.