How To Create A Character For A Story: How To Create A Character For A Story

Character Generator - Writing Prizes

Essentials

Details

Relationships

Review

The EssentialsREQUIRED

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Name *

Importance *

Type *

How personable and unique is the character?

Age/Gender *

Archetype *

Does anything not fit the archetype?

Role in the story *

Is the character Proactive or Passive? *

Proactive

Passive

Background. Their past. Secrets *

Character's theme and/or subplot

Arc. Does the character change or remain static? *

Describe the arc

Likability ↔ Dislikability *

What are their interests and passions aside from fulfilling the book's objectives?

What would they be doing if they weren't immersed in the conflict?

How do they speak in dialogue?

What makes them memorable? *

Introduction scene *

The Details

Optional - Fill in what's relevant for your character

Species

Occupation

From

Lives in

Competence

Skills. What they're good at, what they're bad at

Physical description

Personality or character description

Character's scenes

Habits, mannerisms, tics

Objects/Possessions

Likes

Dislikes

Relationships

Optional - Define your character's connections

Relationships with other characters

Political affiliations or relationship with institutions

Family (pet only if important)

Romantic interest

Friends/Allies

Enemies

Your Character

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