Character Profiles for writers

[Jak]

Name:
Nickname/Alias:
Age:
Birth Date:
Zodiac Sign:
Nationality:
Socioeconomic Level as a child:
Socioeconomic Level as an adult:
Hometown:
Current Residence:
Occupation:
Talents/Skills:
Siblings (describe relationship):
Spouse/Significant Other (describe relationship):
Children (describe relationship):
Parents (describe relationship):
Grandparents (describe relationship):
Relationship skills:

Height:
Weight:
Race:
Build:
Eye Color:
Hair Color/Length/Style:
Glasses or contact lenses?
Skin color:
Distinguishing features:
Marks: (birthmarks, scars, tattoos, piercings)
Handedness:
How does he/she dress?
Mannerisms:
Health:
Physical Disabilities:

Educational Background:
Intelligence Level:
Any Mental Illnesses?
Character's short-term goals in life:
Character's long-term goals in life:
Philosophy:
How does Character see himself/herself?
How does Character believe he/she is perceived by others?
How self-confident is the character?
Does the character seem ruled by emotion or logic or some combination thereof?
What would most embarrass this character?
Likes:
Dislikes:
Habits:
Hobbies:
Speech patterns: (accent, lisp, slang, etc.)
Most Prized Possession:
Non-/Super- Human Abilities:

Strengths:
Weaknesses:
Introvert or Extrovert?
How does the character deal with anger?
With stress?
With sadness?
With conflict?
With change?
With loss?
What would the character like to change in his/her life?
What motivates this character?
What frightens this character?
Is the character judgmental of others?
Is the character generous or stingy?
Is the character generally polite or rude?

Does the character believe in God?
What are the character's spiritual beliefs?
Is religion or spirituality a part of this character's life?

Backstory:

Allegiance: (good, evil, government, military, rebels, etc.)
Character's role in the novel: (hero, love interest, mentor, etc.)
Relationships with other characters:

1. Character's Name: -- (Describe relationship with this character and changes to relationship over the course of the novel).
2. Character's Name: -- (Describe relationship with this character and changes to relationship over the course of the novel).
3. Character's Name: -- (Describe relationship with this character and changes to relationship over the course of the novel).
4. Character's Name: -- (Describe relationship with this character and changes to relationship over the course of the novel).

How character is different at the end of the story from when the story began:
Additional Notes on This Character:

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Inspiration for Writers

Character Chart

PART I. PHYSICAL

Full name
Date of Birth/Age
Address
Race/Ethnic Background/Nationality
Height
Weight/Body Build
Hair
Eyes
Peculiar Physical Traits
Glasses/Contacts
Smokes
Nervous Habits
Distinguishing Marks
Health
Smell
Voice
Usual Walking Style
Mannerisms
What type of clothes/shoes/accessories does he/she wear?
Any peculiar tastes in clothes/shoes/accessories?
Eating habits/mannerisms/tastes

PART II. GENERAL

Occupation/Social Class
Views on Money/Spending Habits
Education/Intelligence
Marital Status
Birth Order
Political Party/Views
Religious Beliefs/Strength of Beliefs
Sexual Orientation/Values
What is his/her usual disposition?
Optimist/Pessimist?
Introvert/Extrovert?
Confident/Self-conscious?
How does he/she feel about his/her appearance?
Type of car
Most important possession
Hobbies/Recreations/Sports
Talents
What is a normal day like for this character?
Greatest Fear
Major Goals
1.
2.
3.
4.

PART III. RELATIONSHIPS

Significant Other/Relationship
Who does he/she live with?
Who does he/she spend the most time with?
Father/Relationship with him/Occupation
Mother/Relationship with her/Occupation
Siblings/Relationships
Children/Ages
Best Friend
Other Important Friends
Feelings toward animals
How does he/she view his family?
How does he/she view his friends?
How does he/she view his boss/co-workers/employees?
How does his family view him?
How does his friends view him?
How does his boss/co-workers/employees view him?
Who is his hero?
Other comments:





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Quick reference list of personality traits

A
Absent-minded
Abrasive
Abusive
Accident-prone
Accommodating
Accomplished
Adaptable
Adventurous
Affectionate
Agnostic
Agreeable
Aggressive
Alone
Aloof
Ambitious
Amusing
Angry
Annoying
Antisocial
Anxious
Apathetic
Apologetic
Appreciative
Apprehensive
Approachable
Argumentative
Aristocratic
Arrogant
Articulate
Artistic
Assertive
Audacious
Authoritative
B
Belligerent
Bewildered
Bewitching
Boisterous
Bored
Bossy
Brave
Brazen
C
Calculating
Callous
Carefree
Careful
Charismatic
Charming
Chaste
Cheerful
Classy
Clumsy
Cocky
Compassionate
Compliant
Composed
Compulsive
Conceited
Condescending
Confused
Congenial
Confident
Conscientious
Conservative
Considerate
Consistent
Conventional
Content
Contrite
Controlling
Cooperative
Cowardly
Crafty
Cranky
Creative
Critical
Crude
Cruel
Cultured
Cunning
Curious
Cynical
D
Daffy
Dainty
Debonair
Deceitful
Decent
Delicate
Defiant
Despicable
Detached
Determined
Dignified
Direct
Disciplined
Disgusting
Dishonest
Disorganized
Distant
Distraught
Dogmatic
Domineering
Dowdy
Downtrodden
Dramatic
Dull
Dumb
E
Easy-going
Educated
Eccentric
Egocentric
Egotistic
Elusive
Embittered
Emotional
Empathetic
Energetic
Enigmatic
Enthusiastic
Excessive
Excitable
Exotic
Extravagant
Exuberant
F
Faithful
Fanatical
Fatalistic
Fearless
Feisty
Finicky
Flamboyant
Flexible
Flippant
Flirtatious
Flustered
Focused
Forgiving
Fragile
Frank
Friendly
Frigid
Frugal
Frustrated
Fun-loving
G
Gaudy
Gentle
Glamorous
Gloomy
Good-natured
Graceful
Gracious
Grandiose
Gregarious
Greedy
Grotesque
Grumpy
H
Haggard
Hateful
Heartbroken
Hesitant
Holy
Honest
Honorable
Hopeful
Hospitable
Humble
Hypocritical
Hysterical
I
Idiosyncratic
Ignorant
Imaginative
Immature
Immodest
Impatient
Impeccable
Impudent
Impulsive
Incoherent
Incompetent
Inconsiderate
Indecisive
Indifferent
Indiscreet
Inept
Infantile
Informed
Inhibited
Inhumane
Innocent
Insecure
Insensitive
Insouciant
Insulting
Intelligent
Intimidating
Intolerant
Introspective
Introverted
Inquisitive
Insightful
Intellectual
Intelligent
Intuitive
Inventive
Irresponsible
Irreverent
Irritable
J
Jealous
Judgmental
K
Kind
Knowledgeable
L
Lascivious
Lazy
Lethargic
Lewd
Liberal
Logical
Lonely
Loving
M
Macho
Maniacal
Manipulative
Masochistic
Materialistic
Mature
Mean
Melodramatic
Merciful
Messy
Meticulous
Miserly
Modest
Moody
N
Naïve
Nasty
Neurotic
Noble
Noisy
Nonchalant
Non-committing
Nostalgic
O
Obedient
Obnoxious
Obscene
Observant
Obsessive
Open-minded
Opinionated
Opportunistic
Optimistic
Organized
Ornery
Outgoing
Outspoken
Overbearing
P
Paranoid
Passionate
Passive
Patient
Perceptive
Persistent
Persuasive
Pert
Perverted
Pessimistic
Petty
Philanthropic
Pious
Plain
Polite
Pompous
Practical
Presumptuous
Pretentious
Prim
Private
Profane
Promiscuous
Prosaic
Proud
Psychopathic
Psychotic
Pushy
Q
Quiet
Quirky
R
Rational
Rebellious
Reclusive
Reliable
Religious
Remorseful
Remote
Resentful
Reserved
Resilient
Respectful
Righteous
Romantic
Rowdy
Rude
Ruthless
S
Sadistic
Saintly
Sarcastic
Sassy
Savvy
Self-absorbed
Self-conscious
Self-effacing
Self-righteous
Selfish
Selfless
Senile
Sensitive
Sensual
Sentimental
Serene
Serious
Shallow
Sheepish
Shy
Silent
Silly
Simple
Sincere
Sleazy
Sloppy
Sluggish
Smart
Sneaky
Snobby
Soft-spoken
Spiritual
Spiteful
Squeamish
Stern
Stingy
Stoical
Straight-laced
Strict
Stubborn
Submissive
Subtle
Supportive
Surly
Suspicious
Sweet
Sympathetic
T
Tactful
Talkative
Telepathic
Temperamental
Tense
Tentative
Thoughtful
Thrifty
Timid
Tireless
Tolerant
Tough
Traitorous
Trivial
Trusting
Tyrannical
U
Unapproachable
Unassuming
Unclean
Uncommunicative
Unconventional
Uneasy
Uninhibited
Unmotivated
Unreasonable
Unscrupulous
V
Vain
Vengeful
Verbose
Vindictive
Virtuous
Vivacious
Vulgar
Vulnerable
W
Well-groomed
Wholesome
Wicked
Withdrawn
Worldly
Z
Zany
Zealous

c) copyright 2001 by Sandy Tritt. http://tritt.wirefire.com

[Jak]

Based on this picture

PART I. PHYSICAL

Full name: Saeran Surana
Date of Birth/Age:
Address: Denerim
Race/Ethnic Background/Nationality: City elf, Ferelden
Height: 5' 0"
Weight/Body Build: Willowy, lithe frame, 85lbs
Hair: Beige, short, brushed back
Eyes: Golden brown
Peculiar Physical Traits
Glasses/Contacts: N/A
Smokes: No
Nervous Habits: chants under his breath "will be okay" over and over
Distinguishing Marks
Health: Average
Smell: Freshly baked bread
Voice: Light and pleasant
Usual Walking Style
Mannerisms: Speaks rather childishly, refers to himself and others by name at all times(Never says 'I' or 'you')
What type of clothes/shoes/accessories does he/she wear? wears clothes he has sewn together from scraps of cloth his master allowed him. Later is given hand-me-downs of the merchant that took him in
Any peculiar tastes in clothes/shoes/accessories? Likes to have his arms covered
Eating habits/mannerisms/tastes: Eats taking small bites at a time.

PART II. GENERAL

Occupation/Social Class: Slave-Merchant's assistant, Low class-Middle class
Views on Money/Spending Habits: Frugal
Education/Intelligence: Simple minded, but by no means dumb
Marital Status: Single
Birth Order: Older brother to elf mage warden
Political Party/Views: Liked Cailin, thinks Loghain is harsh. He believes very strongly that The Circle is necessary, but that it is too much like a prison and needs to release control in some areas such as allowing mages to see their families
Religious Beliefs/Strength of Beliefs: Believes very strongly in The Maker
Sexual Orientation/Values: Bisexual, values personality over looks
What is his/her usual disposition?
Optimist/Pessimist? Optimist
Introvert/Extrovert? Extrovert
Confident/Self-conscious? Self-conscious
How does he/she feel about his/her appearance? He feels he blends in with a crowd and is happy with that
Type of car: N/A
Most important possession: His father's bracelet (Has a prayer to Mythal carved into it)
Hobbies/Recreations/Sports: Likes to bake
Talents: Shapeshifting magic
Greatest Fear: Going back to Bann Vaughan

PART III. RELATIONSHIPS

Significant Other/Relationship: N/A
Who does he/she live with? The Merchant
Who does he/she spend the most time with? The Merchant
Father/Relationship with him/Occupation: Unknown name, loved Saeran, deceased
Mother/Relationship with her/Occupation: Unknown name, loved Saeran, deceased
Siblings/Relationships: Elf mage warden, loved eachother, separated at a young age
Children/Ages: N/A
Best Friend: The Merchant
Other Important Friends: N/A
Feelings toward animals: Loves animals
How does he/she view his family? Misses them
How does he/she view his friends? Very close with The Merchant
How does he/she view his boss/co-workers/employees? N/A
How does his family view him? They loved him
How does his friends view him? The Merchant cares for Saeran and is trying to get him to interact with others again
How does his boss/co-workers/employees view him? The Merchant cares for Saeran
Who is his hero? N/A
Other comments: Saeran doesn't like fighting, but could rival Fenris on the battlefield

(c) copyright 2000, Inspiration for Writers, www.InspirationForWriters.com/tip8.html

c) copyright 2001 by Sandy Tritt. http://tritt.wirefire.com

[Jak]

http://www.freewebs.com/aboutsaiyans/

PART I. PHYSICAL

Full name: Garrin
Date of Birth/Age: (Earth time) February 3rd, 27 years old
Address: N/A
Race/Ethnic Background/Nationality: Saiyan, Planet Vegeta
Height: 5' 11"
Weight/Body Build: Lean, but muscular(after being saved)
Hair: Short, black
Eyes: Black
Peculiar Physical Traits
Glasses/Contacts: N/A
Smokes: No
Nervous Habits: Flicking of the tail, chewing of the bottom lip
Distinguishing Marks: small scars lining the lips, limp tail
Health: Poor, but gets better over time
Smell: N/A
Voice: soft, pleasent (Phil LaMarr or Samurai Jack without the accent)
Usual Walking Style: Slow, long strides
Mannerisms: Head down, no eye contact, no talking unless directly instructed to do so
What type of clothes/shoes/accessories does he/she wear? Rags, if lucky enough to get clothes. Similar gi to Goku after being saved
Any peculiar tastes in clothes/shoes/accessories? N/A
Eating habits/mannerisms/tastes: Extremely nervous, accustomed to only getting scraps

PART II. GENERAL

Occupation/Social Class: Slave before being saved
Views on Money/Spending Habits: Doesn't understand, never handled it before
Education/Intelligence: No education, but a fast learner and quite intelligent
Marital Status: Single
Birth Order: Unknown
Political Party/Views: N/A
Religious Beliefs/Strength of Beliefs:N/A
Sexual Orientation/Values: Hetero. Loyalty is top priority
What is his/her usual disposition?
Optimist/Pessimist? Pessimist
Introvert/Extrovert? introvert
Confident/Self-conscious? Self-conscious
How does he/she feel about his/her appearance? Ashamed, even moreso after learning of his background
Type of car: N/A
Most important possession: N/A
Hobbies/Recreations/Sports: Sparring(after being saved)
Talents: Singing and fighting
What is a normal day like for this character? Wake up, follow 'Master', clean/ take on other slaves' punishments if they disobey, eat/ give most of his food to other slaves, go to 'bed', 'entertain' guards so they'll leave the other slaves alone, sleep if lucky
Greatest Fear: Returning to slavery
Major Goals
1. Live as a normal Saiyan
2. Forget/ heal from what 'Master' did

PART III. RELATIONSHIPS

Significant Other/Relationship: N/A
Who does he/she live with? Switches between Chichi's house and Bulma's house
Who does he/she spend the most time with? Chichi and Bulma
Father/Relationship with him/Occupation: N/A
Mother/Relationship with her/Occupation: N/A
Siblings/Relationships: N/A
Children/Ages: N/A
Best Friend: Goku
Other Important Friends: Chichi, Bulma, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo, Krillin
Feelings toward animals: Likes them
How does he/she view his family? Doesn't remember them
How does he/she view his friends? They are his family
How does he/she view his boss/co-workers/employees? Hated his master and the guards, was protective of the other slaves
How does his family view him? N/A
How does his friends view him? Vegeta and Piccolo pity him, everyone else likes him and want him to heal
How does his boss/co-workers/employees view him? His master and the guards loved their power over him, the other slaves loved him
Who is his hero? Goku due to their similarity
Other comments: Garrin controls his Oozaru form during the night through breathing exercises. His eyes go white and his tail moves erratically, but he does not transform. He refuses to have his tail cut because he sees it as his only connection to his Saiyan blood.

Bio: Garrin is a Saiyan that was sent away on a mission before the destruction of Planet Vegeta. His mission was to clear a weak planet as a baby, similar to Goku. Garrin's pod was intercepted and damaged by a rival of Frieza that also fought to control planets.

Garrin injured his head and forgot everything but his name. He was taken before his new master, Daz. Daz did everything to break Garrin's will to fight. He only gave Garrin enough food to survive the day without gaining enough energy to fight, if he did try to fight he was placed in a tiny room with blindingly bright light, and he tormented the Saiyan through the night by forcing him to stay awake to protect the other slaves.

There were strict rules and harsh punishments. The number one rule was no speaking to Daz, or even the guards, without explicit instruction to answer. Those that broke this rule had their mouths sewn shut with iron twine. Those that had their mouths sewn could request a 'removal' after four months. A 'Removal' involved Daz ripping the twine out of the slave's lips.

Garrin disobeyed this rule only once. After his mouth was sewn shut he was placed in the tiny room and trapped within for the entirety of the four months.

Slaves shared one room, only a dozen blankets, and next to no light. The slaves varied in age, race, and gender. Garrin very slowly learned to obey, but he never allowed the children or elders to be abused, often being forced to take on their punishment.

With his honor taken and his pride severely beaten, Daz destroyed Garrin's pride completely by stealing his name. Daz took on Garrin's name and labeled him '86', the 86th person he personally enslaved. Garrin could do nothing. The other slaves refused to disobey and called Garrin 86, the guards took every chance to rub it in Garrin's face that he no longer had a name, and eventually Garrin finally broke.

Garrin was eventually saved by Goku and the others when they caught wind of the slaver's location. But by the time they got to him Garrin was gone. He was 86 now.

Garrin barely resembled a Saiyan at this point. His eyes were bloodshot, and he had trouble keeping them open. He barely had any muscle to him, even his tail seemed limp. Garrin tried to resist Goku and Vegeta when they tried to move him but he was too weak. Garrin was dying.

Goku and Vegeta decided to take Garrin to Bulma for help with his recuperation. Though he was free of Daz, the slaver's rules were ingrained in Garrin deeply. He never spoke, only answering when whover was speaking with him was frustrated enough to demand an answer.
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Welp, there you have it. My awful OC. You could say he's a very dark 'what could have happened to Goku'. His real name, Garrin, is a play on 'Garlic'. His new name, '86', is a reference to an episode of DBZ - specifically Vegeta's death at Frieza's hand - symbolizing his 'death' as Garrin.

[Jak]

PART I. PHYSICAL

Full name Hypoxia Ponyo
Date of Birth/Age February 14th, 27 years old
Home Ponyo River
Race/Ethnic Background/Nationality Water Nymph
Height 6' 7"
Weight/Body Build Slender, with a swimmers physique
Hair Blue, stringy, thin, and cut short
Eyes dark grey, reflect red
Peculiar Physical Traits
Glasses/Contacts No
Smokes No
Nervous Habits hums a soft tune under his breath, manipulates water
Distinguishing Marks 3 blue tattoo-like birth marks, 1 scar on his jaw and 1 across his torso
Health Average
Smell Fresh summer rain
Voice Soft and a bit higher pitched for a man
Usual Walking Style Long purposeful strides, straight back, head held even
Mannerisms Very graceful and polite. Never raises his voice unless provoked to near breaking point
What type of clothes/shoes/accessories does he wear? 1900 style blue shirt and black dress pants/shoes
Any peculiar tastes in clothes/shoes/accessories? prefers elegant styles that don't hinder movement
Eating habits/mannerisms/tastes eats a diet of raw fish, berries, and mandrake root. When hungry, a nymph becomes quite ravenous

PART II. GENERAL

Occupation/Social Class Demon/River Spirit, was revered but is now feared
Views on Money/Spending Habits Sensible
Education/Intelligence Average
Marital Status Single
Birth Order #17 of 29 children
Political Party/Views N/A
Religious Beliefs/Strength of Beliefs N/A
Sexual Orientation/Values Asexual/Hetero-romantic
What is his/her usual disposition?
Optimist/Pessimist? Inbetween
Introvert/Extrovert? Introvert
Confident/Self-conscious? Inbetween
How does he feel about his appearance? Likes it well enough
Most important possession His flute
Hobbies/Recreations/Sports Singing at a demon lounge
Talents Singing, playing flute, and drawing
What is a normal day like for this character? Wake up, hide from hunters, sing at The Siren's Call, go home
Greatest Fear Being caught by hunters
Major Goals
1. Save the earth
2. Save Terra
3. Change/start to change how humans see demons
4. Redeem himself

PART III. RELATIONSHIPS

Significant Other/Relationship N/A (may enter a relationship with player character)
Who does he live with? No one
Who does he spend the most time with? Balthazar and Acrimony
Father/Relationship with him/Occupation Naiad Panacea, Disowned Hypoxia
Mother/Relationship with her/Occupation Undine Aegean, Disowned Hypoxia
Siblings/Relationships Lost contact with all 28 siblings
Children/Ages N/A
Best Friend Acrimony
Other Important Friends Balthazar, later player character and Denahi
Feelings toward animals Likes animals, protects endangered animals near his river
How does he view his family? He misses them, but understands their choice
How does he view his friends? They are very important to him
How does he view his boss/co-workers/employees? He likes his boss and co-workers
How does his family view him? They no longer acknowledge he exists
How does his friends view him? Balthazar sees his need for redemption, while Acrimony sees a man in need of joy
How does his boss/co-workers/employees view him? His boss and co-workers like him but don't agree with him getting involved with Terra, his boss respects this but his co-workers try to stop him
Who is his hero? N/A
Other comments
Traits:Affectionate, Artistic, Bewitching, Brave, Careful, Charming, Compassionate, Elusive, Faithful, Focused, Forgiving, Gentle, Graceful, Honorable, Intelligent, Introverted, Inquisitive, Kind, Loving, Mature, Merciful, Modest, Noble, Observant, Patient, Practical, Quiet, Rational, Reserved, Respectful, Sincere, Soft-spoken, Taciturn.
Water Nymph Society: Water nymphs are named after the body of water they are born in, this is called their 'Birth Name'. As they grow a nymph's actions earn them what they call their 'True Name', meanwhile their Birth Name becomes their surname. All nymphs have three tattoo-like birthmarks that tell their element, birth season, and the lunar cycle they were born under.
When old enough a water nymph will find a job, usually becoming an entertainer, spy or assassin. They choose these jobs because what used to be solely a defense mechanism became their greatest tool: their singing. A water nymph's song depending on what they sing can either place listeners under their control or bring any who listen into a mindscape where they are shown whatever the nymph decides.
Water nymphs reproduce similarly to fish and lay their eggs in hidden nests(rivers/lakes), amid large groups of anemones/shipwrecks(sea), or among reeds(marshes). A mother can lay up to 40 eggs, though only around 25%-50% are successfully fertilized. Despite high birthrates, water nymphs are slowly becoming endangered due to being hunted for their blood. Their blood is sought after mostly for its medicinal properties, but some hunt them for the hallucinogenic properties of their blood. These properties are caused by the mandrake root in the nymph's diet, but for some water nymphs their blood has stronger hallucinogenic properties due to the fish local to them that they end up eating.

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