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((I could explain the entire template too, by going through and helping out describing what to write in a place if needed))
((THANK YOU!!!! OMG this is amazing ))
((THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THAT! I'm glad its good ;^; it was kinda fun writing it!))
((Like literally how long did that take you to do???))
((About 20 minutes. Maybe less, why?))
((Ahhh that would have taken me like 2 hours to do... I mean if you want to do the entire template, go ahead XD ... I'll probably be using this page to work on my character hehe ))
((Ok! I was thinking if I explained some things about the template it might just help the creation process go smoother, so yeah!))
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Here are some things to think about when creating your character! I made this to remind you, these characters may last a while. So using these tips will help you create a lovable character you can roleplay without hesitation, and never get bored. Most of it is flaws, because flaws are what make a character. Literally. I promise, read this all and you'll be ready to write anything lmao.
~PERSONALITY FLAWS~
Yep. First, we're going strait into flaws. Here I will try to teach you how to make lovable flaws that help grow the character more, and make you relate to the character more. If - if you want to learn. Please. It . . . it would be nice.
So, when creating character flaws - keep this in mind. Even the worse flaws, such as the character could be a messy eater and quick to anger, make the character more than just a wooden figure. Flaws, unlike popular believe, can increase the love you have for a character. Sure, the character is quick to anger, but that also makes the character headstrong. Sure the character is a messy eater, but maybe he/she gets embarrased about it and trys their best to be clean. Flaws are the guidlines that CREATE personality.
One thing you should know when making flaws, is that flaws such as being 'clumsy' or 'overly happy' are great, but they leave out the important impacts of flaws. Instead of the character being 'clumsy' (which they can be) maybe think of why they are clumsy. Maybe they aren't observant, or perhaps they are distracted easily. As of overly happy, maybe they're easily manipulated. Again, think deep.
PHYSICAL 'FLAWS'
Now, when I say 'flaws' thats very subjective. In all reality, attraction is varied. Some people love a thin person, but others are more for the curves. But in a way, thats what I'm trying to say. Not everyone is a perfect, model figure with thin, beautiful curves and full lips. What makes them different? Maybe they have a mole, or are more thick figured. Even with a thick figure, what else? Do they have a square shaped face? Is their nose long? What about their ears? Unlike popular belief, those things matter. Someone having larger ears may be a bit insecure about them, someone with a fatter figure may be proud of who they are.
This is where comes in body positivity. No, your character doesn't have to love themselves completely, but they can like some part about themselves despite it being less popular or more different. For example, Sam has stretch marks, but she loves them as they remind her of the birth of her child. They might not be the most attractive feature, but she loves them for that nontheless.
A characters flaws, such as having larger ears and being really short, can be wonderful things in the eyes of another. When making friendship and romance, personality and bodys being different are very important. Heres a quote "Love gives us a ringside on somebody elses flaws." - Alain de Botton
Be it a platonic friendship or a romance, the person will accept the flaws of the character. That is one of the greatest achievements.
LEARNED FLAWS
These are flaws learned from policy, culture, or a set of belief and values. For example, these flaws could be (maybe this is a stretch) that a character believes in Chrisitanity, while the other is Atheist. This may cause conflict between the characters, but then if they resolve those conflicts it can become an understanding that makes them closer. So despite having a 'flaw' of believe, culture, value, or policy - the character is
1. More realistic and easier to relate to
2. More in-depth, has understanding relationships
3. (lastly) Lovably different
EXPLAINING THE FLAWS
This will basically tell you how to add background to flaws, though it isn't neccesary.
While characters might be born with unusual physical features, their personality and physical flaws could stem from:
Traumatic backstory: Is there something in a character’s past that led them to hold a certain negative view or have a specific personality trait?
Conditioning: Have authority figures such as parents or teachers instilled values in your character that others might consider flaws?
Flawed logic: Sometimes characters make questionable deductions based on prior views and experiences. E.g. an experience with a person of a specific description leads someone to believe falsely that all similar people in that category (sex/ethnicity/nationality) are the same. This is the flawed logic of prejudice.