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Brief introduction to your character:

"(A quote from your character)"

Name First name: -Meaning: - Pronunciation: - Origin: Middle name: -Meaning: - Pronunciation: - Origin: Surname: -Meaning: - Pronunciation: - Origin: Alias: -Why this alias?: Nickname(s): -Why this nickname?: Title(s):

Characteristics Canon/Story: Role: Age: How old do they appear? Mental Age: Gender: Race: Nationality: Ethnicity: Blood Type: Birth Date: Birth Weight: Birth Length: Manner of Birth: First Words: Symbol: Sexuality: Religion: Native Language: Spoken Languages: Relationship Status: Chinese Zodiac Sign: Astrological Sign: Tarot Card: Social Security Number: ID number: Theme song: Which Actor/Actress would portray your character: Which voice Actor/Actress would voice your character: Inspiration:

Major Events Age 0-2 (Infancy): Ages 3-5 (Early Childhood): Ages 6-9 (Childhood): Ages 10-12 (Tween): Ages 13-16 (Teens): Ages 16-18 (Late Teens): Ages 19- 25 (Young Adulthood): Ages 26-29 (Adulthood): Ages 30-40 (Adulthood Continued): Ages 41-51 (Middle ages):

Geographical Characteristics Birthplace -County: -State/Region: -City: Current Location -County: -State/Region: -City: Hometown -County: -State/Region: -City: Cities Lived In: States Lived In: Countries Lived In: Culture: Cultural Background:

Appearance: General Size: Bone Structure: Height: Weight: Are they overweight/underweight? Body Shape: Body Size: Build of body: Face Shape: Forehead shape: Skin Tone: Skin Color: Eye color: Eye position: Eye shape: Eyebrows: Eyelashes: Glasses or contacts: Describe Glasses: Vision level: Near sighted or far sighted: Ears: Nose position: Nose shape: Nose size: Lips: Describe their smile: Dental Condition: Cheeks: Chin: Hair Color: Hair Length: Hair Style: Hair Texture: Hair Thickness: Hair Accessories: Is their hair dyed?: Is their hair healthy?: Dominant Hand: Hands size: Arms: Nails: Legs: Shoe size: Cup Size: Bra Size Waist Measurements: Chest Measurements: Hips Measurements: Body Hair: Shirt Size: Pant Size: Facial Hair: Makeup: Tattoos: Piercings: Scars: Who does she take after (mother or father): Distinguishing Physical Features: Birthmarks: Body abnormalities: Scent: Posture: Walking:

Style Style Stereotype: Overall Fashion Sense: Colors worn the most: Typical Jewelry: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Upper Body Wear: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Lower Body Wear: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Undergarments: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Sleepwear: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Job Attire: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Formal Attire: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Winter Attire: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Swimwear: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Casual Attire: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Shoes: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Socks: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Dresses: 1. 2. 3.

Typical Outerwear 1. 2. 3.

Typical Accessories 1. 2. 3.

Personality Tropes: Most Common Mood: Alignment: Persona/Mask: MBTI Personality Type: Temperament: Personality keywords: Insecurities: How do they see themselves?: How do they believe they are perceived by others?: What would most embarrass them?: Nervous tics: Self-confidence level: Self esteem level: Afraid of the dark?: Optimist or Pessimist: Daredevil or Cautious: Logical or Emotional: Working or Relaxing: Introvert or extrovert: Optimist or pessimist: Confident or Unsure? Night owl or Early bird: Disorderly and messy or methodical and neat: Most at ease when: First Impression: Most ill at ease when Affinity: Temperament: Fears: General sociability: Patience level: Most at ease when: Ill at ease when: Biggest vulnerability: Sense of humor: General attitude:

Personality Traits Most prominent personality trait: Worst traits of their personality: Jung personality test result: Enneagram: Primary Objective: Secondary Objective: Priorities: Motivation: Accomplishments: Greatest Achievement: Failures: Traumas: General Habits: Good Habits: Bad habits: Afflictions: Worries: Soothers: Instigators: Soft Spots: Cruel Streaks: Lures: Savvies: Can’t/Won’t: Desires: Wishes: Confidantes: Character keywords:

Health and Fitness Allergies: Any unhealthy habits: Athletic?: Current Injuries: Drinker?: -If not, why?: -f so, how often, and what?: Drug User?: -If not, why?: -If so, how often, and what?: Smoker?: -If not, why?: -If so, how often, and what?: Illnesses: Past illnesses: Insomniac?: Medications/prescriptions: Other Addictions?: Past Injuries: Suicide attempts:

Diet Can they cook?: Diet: Eating Disorders Eating habits: Nutrition: Vegetarian?: Vegan?: Gluten Free?:

Physical Characteristics Arm strength: Leg Strength: Balanced or clumsy: Dominant or Submissive: Energy Level: Idiosyncrasies(Physical): Running Speed: Reflexes: Sense of Smell: Sense of Touch: Sense of Sight: Sense of Hearing: Sense of Taste: Strengths (Physical): Weaknesses (Physical):

Emotional Characteristics EQ: Emotional trauma(if any, and why): Emotional Stability: Emotional Disorders: Why do they have such/lack emotional stability?: Has their upbringing had an effect on their emotions?: Secrets: Spontaneous or structured: Instinctual or logical: How does do they act -In public? -In private? -Around strangers? -Around friends? -To danger? -To fear? -To change? -To loss? -To sex/flirting? -To pain? -To stress? -To guilt? -To being wrong? -To being criticized? -To being insulted? -To praise? -To humiliation? -To being loved? How does she express -Anger? -Sadness? -Happiness? How do they feel about -Marriage? -Children? -Sex? -Love? -The opposite sex? - Religion? How do they view -Death? -Life? What motivates them? What makes them sad? What makes them angry? What humiliates them? What most describes their personality? Strengths (Emotional): Weaknesses (Emotional):

Mental/Emotional States Age 0-2 (Infancy): Ages 3-5 (Early Childhood): Ages 6-9 (Childhood): Ages 10-12 (Tween): Ages 13-16 (Teens): Ages 16-18 (Late Teens): Ages 19- 25 (Young Adulthood): Ages 26-29 (Adulthood): Ages 30-40 (Adulthood Continued): Ages 41-51 (Middle ages):

Intellectual Characteristics Intelligence Level: Manner of writing: Musical Instruments: Extremely unskilled at: Book smart of street smart: General intelligence:

Intellectual Strengths and Weaknesses Spatial: Linguistic: Bodily-Kinesthetic: Interpersonal: Intrapersonal: Naturalistic: Visual: Verbal: Existential: Mathematical-Logical: Etiquette: Attitude: Outlook on Life: Perception Standpoint: Virtues: Vices: Morality:

Abilities/Skills Logical: Mathematical: Artistic: Musical: Communication: Fighting: Investigative: Supernatural: Magical: Management: Organization: Planning: Physical: Problem Solving: Teamwork: Cooperation:

Knowledge Chemistry: Cooking: Sewing: Mechanics: Botany: Mythology: Dramatics: Astrology: Economy: Politics: Geography: English: Reading Level:

Philosophical Characteristics Religion grew up with: Philosophy: Do they believe in God?:

Psychological Characteristics Alter Ego: Any mental illness: Best Quality: Biggest Failure: Biggest Flaw: Character Flaws: Craziness/insane?: Demons?: Disabilities: Disorders: Disposition: Fears/Phobias: Hobbies: Manias: Memory: Negative voice(s) in head: Planning: Psychological Status: Quirks: Strengths (Mental): Strengths: Talents: Type of childhood: Weaknesses (Mental): Weaknesses:

Likes/Dislikes Cold/hot weather: Dislikes: Hobbies: Likes: Loves: Lusts: Morning/night person: Most prized possession: Perfect Vacation: Personal motto:

Favorites Favorite Actor: Favorite Alcoholic Drink: Favorite Animal: Favorite Arts: Favorite Band: Favorite Book: Favorite Characters: Favorite Color: Favorite Country: Favorite Culture: Favorite Dessert: Favorite Drink: Favorite Excuse: Favorite Flower: Favorite Food: Favorite Flavor: Favorite Games: Favorite Gemstone: Favorite Holiday: Favorite Landmarks: Favorite Literature: Favorite Movie: Favorite Musical Genre: Favorite Mythical Creature: Favorite Number: Favorite Pastime: Favorite People: Favorite Pizza Toppings: Favorite Place: Favorite Quote: Favorite Restaurant: Favorite Room In Their House: Favorite Season: Favorite Smells: Favorite Song: Favorite Sounds: Favorite Store: Favorite Story Genre: Favorite Subject: Favorite TV Show: Favorite Time of the Day: Favorite Time of the Year: Favorite Vegetable: Favorite Weather: Favorite Websites: Favorite Words:

Least Favorites Least Favorite Actor: Least Favorite Alcoholic Drink: Least Favorite Animal: Least Favorite Arts: Least Favorite Band: Least Favorite Book: Least Favorite Characters: Least Favorite Color: Least Favorite Country: Least Favorite Culture: Least Favorite Dessert: Least Favorite Drink: Least Favorite Excuse: Least Favorite Flower: Least Favorite Food: Least Favorite Flavor: Least Favorite Games: Least Favorite Gemstone: Least Favorite Holiday: Least Favorite Landmarks: Least Favorite Literature: Least Favorite Movie: Least Favorite Musical Genre: Least Favorite Mythical Creature: Least Favorite Number: Least Favorite Pastime: Least Favorite People: Least Pizza Toppings: Least Favorite Place: Least Favorite Quote: Least Favorite Restaurant: Least Favorite Room in Their House: Least Favorite Season: Least Favorite Smells: Least Favorite Song: Least Favorite Store: Least Favorite Story Genre: Least Favorite Subject: Least Favorite TV Show: Least Favorite Time of the Day: Least Favorite Time of the Year: Least Favorite Vegetable: Least Favorite Weather: Least Favorite Websites: Least Favorite Words:

Relationships Allies: - Attitude around Them: Enemies: - Attitude around Them: Best friends: - Attitude around Them: Co-Workers/Colleagues: - Attitude around Them: Crushes: - Attitude around Them: Friends: - Attitude around Them: Rivals: - Attitude around Them: Sociability: Level of isolation from others: Person they are Closest to: Mentor: Reputation:

Love Characteristics Marital status: Love interest: Affection between them: Favorite activities together: Perfect Date: How lovey-dovey is this character? Do they take initiative?: Do they believe in true love?: Go slow or Jump into it: Type of kisser?: Do they want kids?: Do they want to get married?: Do they get jealous easily?: Divorced?: Remarried?: Married?:

Sexual Characteristics Sexual orientation: Significant Other: Current romantic partner: Current romantic situation: Thoughts on current romantic situation: Previous romantic partners: Turn-ons: Turn-offs: Type of lover: Favorite position: Fetishes: Any Commitment issues?: Are they Flirty?: Openness of relationship: Has this character ever been on a date? -Where? -With whom? Does this character love to be in love or love to hate it? To who was their virginity lost: -When? -At What Age? Best Time Together: Worst Time Together: Funniest Time Together: Saddest Time Together: Where did they meet? When did they meet? Affection between them: Describe their sense of trust:

Common Morning Routine: Typical Breakfast: Typical Lunch: Typical Dinner: Typical Snacks: Weeknight Evening: Weekend Evening: Nighttime Routine: Typical Sleep Schedule:

Residential Home: Transportation: Favorite mode of transportation: Pets: Description of daily surroundings: Living Arrangements: Describe her bedroom: Describe her house:

Education Elementary school -Name: -Location: -Age Completed: -Year Completed: -Social Status: -Typical Grades: -Favorite Classes: -Least Favorite Classes: -Favorite Activates: -Lease Favorite Activities: -School Friends: -School Crushes: -Best Memory: -Worst Memory: Middle School -Name: -Location: -Age Completed: -Year Completed: -Social Status: -Typical Grades: -Favorite Classes: -Least Favorite Classes: -Favorite Activates: -Lease Favorite Activities: -School Friends: -School Crushes: -Best Memory: -Worst Memory: High school -Name: -Location: -Age Completed: -Year Completed: -Social Status: -Typical Grades: -Favorite Classes: -Least Favorite Classes: -Favorite Activates: -Lease Favorite Activities: -School Friends: -School Crushes: -Best Memory: -Worst Memory: College -Name: -Location: -Age Completed: -Year Completed: -Social Status: -Typical Grades: -Favorite Classes: -Least Favorite Classes: -Favorite Activates: -Lease Favorite Activities: -School Friends: -School Crushes: -Best Memory: -Worst Memory: Degrees: Were they bullied at all?

The Virtue Levels 1-10 Adventurousness: Caring: Confidence: Cooperation: Courage: Creativity: Flexibility: Generosity: Honesty: Loyalty: Patience: Perseverance: Respect: Responsibility: Reliability: Sociability: Trust:

Occupation Occupation: Employer: Branch: Position: Rank: Combat skills: Do they like their job?: Dream Job: Hand-to-hand capability: How long have they had this occupation?: Long-term life goals: Other skills: Political Affiliation: Salary: Short-term life goals: Specialties: Vehicle: Weapons:

Wealth Society Rank: Income Level: Income per Month: Spends per Month: Pays Bills: Budgets: Splurges: Extra Money: Money in Bank: Money/Amount of: -Funds (on person): -Funds (in bank): Memberships: (i.e. local ski lodge, or gym) Wishlist:

Immediate Family Did the parents raise this character? Are the parents still alive? -If not, why not, and/or what happened? -At what age was the character when this happened?

Mother: -Mother’s Age: -Birthdate: -Mother’s ethnicity: -Relationship with her: -What did they do for a living?

Father: -Father’s Age: -Birthdate: -Father’s ethnicity: -Relationship with him: -What did they do for a living?

Foster Mother: Foster Father:

Siblings Number of Siblings: Name: -Gender: -Age: -Birthdate: Name: -Gender: -Age: -Birthdate: Name: -Gender: -Age: -Birthdate: Birth order:

Extended Family Name: -Relation: -Age:

Name: -Relation: -Age:

Name: -Relation: -Age:

Name: -Relation: -Age:

Name: -Relation: -Age:

Vocal Characteristics Describe her laugh: Expletive: Greetings and Farewells: Idiosyncrasies (Verbal): Voice: Laughter: Speech Mannerisms: Style of speaking: Vocabulary: Volume of voice:

Detailed Back-story:

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