Same for unexplained itches, unless they lead to something more. If you coughed in the first act, you can bet that you'll be dead by the third. Incurable Cough of Death: The medical Chekhov's Gun.Headache of Doom: If you have a headache, expect it to turn out to be for a very serious reason.(Unless you've crossed the Godzilla Threshold or something.) Forbidden Chekhov's Gun: Never do this.Empty Room Psych: In a video game, all places must have a purpose.Conspicuously Light Patch: The Chekhov's Gun of old, traditional animation, where anything obviously not part of the static (and often painted) background layer will be put to use by a character.Chekhov's Volcano: If it wasn't going to erupt, it would have just been a mountain.

Chekhov's Skill: What you learn along the way can be a Chekhov's Gun.

Chekhov's Party: If a party happens or is mentioned, pay close attention.

Chekhov's News: When a news report mentions something that will be important later.

Chekhov's Hobby: Like Chekhov's Skill, but it is merely established that the character has the skill rather than showing them using or learning it beforehand.

In other words, the Chekhov's Gun is a character rather than an object.

Chekhov's Gunman: When a character seems to be there for no reason, they must be important.

Chekhov's Gift: Happy birthday! Here, have a Chekhov's Gun.

Chekhov's Gag: You thought Chekhov's Gun was only introduced for the Rule of Funny, but later it goes off dramatically.Chekhov's Exhibit: Chekhov's Gun will be put on display for the general public to gawk at.

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