Character's Name
Reason or meaning of name?
Nickname?
Race
Social class?
When's their birthday?
Gender
Sexuality
Physical appearance:
Age
Hair color
Hair type
Eye color
Do they have glasses or contacts?
Height
Weight
Marks or scars?
Type of blood?
Body type?
Skin tone
Background:
Hometown
Family members
How many siblings?
Is your character the oldest, middle, or youngest child?
Type of childhood
Education?
Personality:
Greatest strength
Greatest weakness
Do they have a soft spot? What is it?
Traits:
Character flaws
Optimistic or Pessimistic? Why?
Introvert or Extrovert?
Talents
Extremely skilled at
Sucks at
Darkest secret
Likes and Dislikes:
Color
Food
Place to go
Music
Book
Movie
Movie genre
Class
Drink
Band or Podcast
BFF
BF/GF
Enemy
Fav. Activity
Mis.
Daredevil or Cautious?
Biggest regret
Want marriage?
Want kids?
Occupation
Parents jobs
Do they play a sport?
Deep Questions:
Who are the important people in their life?
Are there any past relationships that still affect them?
What does the character do in their free time?
Is there an internal struggle or conflict the character faces?
Does the character have unusual habits or quirks?
Do they like celebrating their birthday?
Are they in good health?
Do they prefer being alone or with others?
What of the 5 senses do they rely on most?
Have they ever been bullied or teased?
Does your character choose violence or peace?
How do they show affection?
What makes them laugh?
Do they believe in the supernatural?
Do they believe in the afterlife? Heaven or Hell
What would completely break your character?
How does your character feel about sex?
How many friends do they have?
What is your character afraid of?
How do they treat themselves when they feel sad?
What angers them?
Insecurities?
What do they like/dislike about themselves?
What textures can they absolutely not stand?
Do they sleep with the bedroom door open or closed?
Do they sleep in PJs, sweats, or underwear?
Bath or shower?
Do they work best in a messy or clean space?
Does your character procrastinate? How often?
Do they prefer 3am or 3pm?
Can they dance?
Can they sing? Alone or in public?
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Things to Help Write Stories
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