Fundamentals

Story Title	Character Name
Main character Minor character	Protagonist/supporter Antagonist/supporter

Physical Appearance

Gender

Age

Height

Weight

Hair

Eyes

Distinguishing Marks

Distinguishing Mannerisms

Describe the character's appearance in a brief paragraph:

Background

Birth date	Birthplace	Ethnic origin
Family members	Family members	Family members

Relevance of family in this story:

Circle any of the following which are relevant to this story:

Childhood	Friends	Enemies	Love	Secrets
Education	Religion	Marital Status	Money	Employment

Briefly explain the relevant items:

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Personality

In one word:

First impression:

Gets angry at:

Laughs at:

Cries at:

Regrets:

Vulnerability:

Prejudices:

Fears:

Most valued possession (and why):

Pressing need:

Pressing desire:

Other goals:

Responsibilities:

Sense of humour:

Other positive personality traits:

Other negative personality traits (character flaws):

How are these relevant to the story?

Other details

Hobbies:

Skills:

Smells:

Favorite color:

Favorite food:

Favorite beverage:

Favorite music:

Favorite clothing:

Describe this character's home:

Story Relevance

What complications arise from this character?

Comments/Notes:

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