Character Framework [h3][b]Basic:[/b][/h3][indent][b]Name:[/b] Name given at birth/legal name. [b]Aliases:[/b] Include both accepted and resented pseudonyms/nicknames. [b]Sex:[/b] Needs no explanation.[/indent][h3][b]Appearance:[/b][/h3][indent][b]Physique:[/b] Include any relevant identifying characteristics. No amount of pictures can substitute for a well-written description. [b]Wardrobe:[/b] Include signature apparel and general fashion preferences. [b]Demeanor:[/b] Include all non-physical components of general appearance e.g. mannerisms. Focus on baseline rather than specialized interactions.[/indent][h3][b]Psych Profile:[/b][/h3][indent][b]Goals/Motivations:[/b] Where does this person see themself down the road? What is it they hope to do? What keeps them doing what they’re doing? Section by item and explain. [b]Fears/Regrets:[/b] What is this person running from? What do they wish they could take back? What do they avoid at all costs? [b]Psychology:[/b] Describe more general thought patterns & processes. Be detailed and thorough. Explain in detail why they make the decisions they do. [b]Daily Routine:[/b] Walk through a daily routine. Make note of the (lack of) personal significance of all things.[/indent][h3][b]History:[/b][/h3][indent][b]Upbringing:[/b] Focus on early history and any relevant events within. [b]Defining Period/Event:[/b] Describe in detail the event that set them on their current path. Clearly show how the events that take place achieve that. [b]Noteworthy Incidents:[/b] Describe any other events in more recent history that are of relevance to the character or their reputation.[/indent][h3][b]Abilities:[/b][/h3][indent][b]Best Qualities:[/b] Defining positive personality attributes [b]Worst Qualities:[/b] Defining negative personality attributes [b]Strengths:[/b] Defining positive skills and physical abilities. [b]Weaknesses:[/b] Defining negative physical limitations.[/indent][h3][b]Ties:[/b][/h3][indent][b]Family:[/b] Section by relevant family members. Focus on describing perception and relationship. [b]Friends/Allies:[/b] Section by individual. Explain relationships well. [b]Enemies:[/b] Section by individual. Explain relationships and the causal circumstances. [b]Trinkets/Paraphernalia:[/b] Any physical object that holds meaning to the individual.[/indent] [hr]Certification Sheet [b]Primary Alias:[/b] The name they give when asked. [b]Appearance:[/b] Abridged, but sufficient, visual definition of the character. [b]Reputation:[/b] The information other characters would be expected to know. [b]Recent History:[/b] A writing excerpt from their relatively recent past. Doubles as writing sample (under 1000 words please).