Right -- the mark of a good story is starting with a compelling scenario as to WHY people would be interested in the characters in that scenario, and then realistically (or fantastically -- depending on the genre) build out the characterisations based on how they're impacted by the scenario.
Good writers also know how to get out of the way of their own story and let things play out organically, for better or for worse for the characters involved.
I feel originally shouldn’t be a major goal. If you are trying to avoid tropes or cliches, then you story is still defined by them.
Right -- the mark of a good story is starting with a compelling scenario as to WHY people would be interested in the characters in that scenario, and then realistically (or fantastically -- depending on the genre) build out the characterisations based on how they're impacted by the scenario.
Good writers also know how to get out of the way of their own story and let things play out organically, for better or for worse for the characters involved.