a name gives the author a chance to get an idea for his/her character
this name isn’t necessarily written in stone, but it places a character within a certain group or realm
What are the main characteristics of this character?
Species
Before you write about a character, you have to know what your character is.
Such as: Forest Elf, Fairy, Pixie, Human, etc.
Once you’ve decided the species, it can help you decide the rest
Age
Without an age, you don’t know where your character fits in the world
For instance, if your character is a Forest Elf but only 8 years old, most likely, your character doesn’t have a solid animal form yet.
Looks
You need your audience to know what your character looks like, so you need to create this character in your mind
Hair color and eye color
General body build
Quirks
What are the things your character does that sets him/her apart?
This gives your character a personality
Finally, realize that as detailed as you might be with your description, others will always view your character different than you do, and that’s okay!
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