So, you've joined Alone in the Wind, and are looking to create your first character! Maybe you already have something in mind? Maybe you haven't the slightest clue where to start. Perhaps you're just looking for a few extra bits and bobs to spice it up.
Here are 5 subjects to consider when creating your character. These are questions you can ask yourself, and each answer builds your character a little further. These are by no means required (And I do heartily suggest weaving these into your profile rather than hamfisting them in). However, each additional detail adds a little something that makes your character unique.
Physical Details:
Spoiler: click to toggle Age: Self explanatory. If you don't know your own age, I think you need to see a professional.
Gender: What it says! Male? Female? None of the above?
Race: Are they Asian? African? Caucasian? Hispanic? Indian? Other?
Nationality: Where does your character (or their descendants) hail from? This can lend to what languages they may speak.
Height: Simple stuff here.
Size: What is their build like? Are they skinny? Thick? Long? Stocky?
Health: Is your character a picture of health, or do they have some underlying medical concerns? Do they almost never get sick, or are they constantly under the weather?
Assets: This can cover a lot of things. Muscle strength/size? Gorgeous hair? Fabulous facial hair (for the guys)? Are their bones tough? Can someone get lost in their eyes? Positive physical aspects go here!
Flaws: The other side of the coin! Are they out of shape? Have to wear glasses? Crooked/broken teeth? Does their hair get messy really easily? Got a stink? These are characteristics that may not necessarily have negative effects on their performance, but others may give you a look for when you're out of a mobile suit.
Sexuality: How do they swing?
Gait: How does your character carry themselves? Do they trudge? Stride? Move with grace? Move with the grace of a brick wall?
Voice: How does your character sound? High/low pitch? Accent? Lisp? Nasal-y?
Psychological Details:
Spoiler: click to toggle Intelligence: Straight forward.
Temperament: Does your character get frustrated or angry quickly? Are they really quiet and reserved? Outgoing? Introverted/extroverted?
Happiness: This contains general happiness, what things may brighten their day, or even why they're not happy.
Attitudes: Does your character have a particular tick about something? Do they hate authority? Maybe they get along really well with fashionable people? Does a certain type of person get on their nerves?
Self Knowledge: What is your character aware of about themselves? Are they self-conscious? Do they know their own strengths? Maybe they're unsure about their capabilities, or what others think about themselves.
Unconscious Aspects: Similar to the next, these are bits that your character may not notice, or not realize the cause of. Are they depressed? OCD? Do they have a preference for a certain kind of person, style, or behavior? Do they get 'into' fighting?
Habits: Could be a routine, could be a subconscious need. Whatever it is, it is something they do pretty frequently.
Personal Details:
Spoiler: click to toggle Family: You get it. And please don't be the 5 million'th orphan child. Not only do we have no prize for you, it's an anime cliche. If you HAVE to, please make it interesting.
Friends: I hope you have at least ONE.
Colleagues: People your character associates with on a business level rather than personally.
Birthplace: Where was your character born? Did this have some effect on their up-bringing?
Childhood: This is generally a great place to build up how/why your character is who they are today.
Education: Did you get a public education? Private school? Home school? No school? Did you learn your ABCs out of a bowl of soup when you were 12?
Hobbies: Simple enough. When you're not fighting in giant mechs, what does your character do to pass the time, entertain themselves, etc.
Beliefs: This includes subjects like political ideologies, economics, and other over-arching ideals that groups of people follow.
Values: Individual concepts. Are you chivalrous? Merciful? Selfish? Do they believe the strong have right over the weak? Maybe they want to create a better world? A world without sin?
Lifestyle: Easy-mode>What would their bedroom look like? Clean? Sloppy? Tidy? 'Organized mess'? Always late or on time? You should get the picture.
Marital Status: Your hand does not count as a significant other.
Religion: Do they follow a group faith, or are you the sole proclaimer of Huntokar the Destroyer?
Profession: Aside from being a soldier, is there anything else your character could do as a job?
Possessions: Maybe they only own a few worldly possessions they keep in their locker? Perhaps they have a small apartment with 20 cats? Or do you have a family estate out in the country with a fleet of limos?
Wealth: While almost all characters will have at least SOME base level of wealth (You ARE employed by a world military as a soldier), are they getting by or are they well off? Do they like to save their money, or spend it on blackjack and hookers?
Personality Details:
Spoiler: click to toggle Wants: Is there something you look forward to having soon?
Hopes: These can be large or small, but are usually more personal. Maybe that their sempai will finally notice them, or maybe that they can someday have a peaceful life.
Fears: Once again, large or small, and in varying degrees. Are you afraid of death? Phobic about anything? About something, or someone?
Thoughts: Free floating personal takes on subjects. What does your character think about (Insert news subject here)
Memories: This can range from happy to melancholy, motivating to crippling.
Resentments: Is there something you regret? Perhaps a word not said? Or maybe you were just not fast enough?
Dreams: What is it Ms. America? What is YOUR dream?
Denials: Skeletons in your closet, and not the fetish-y kind. Is there something you've said, thought, or done, that your character would prefer remains buried?
'Practices' Details:
Spoiler: click to toggle Says: How do you speak day to day? Eats: Personal preferences on food? Are you a gourmet, or are you perfectly happy with a bowl of instant-ramen and some salt? Wears: How FABULOUS are you? Buys: Consumer preferences. High roller, or do you like to stay frugal? Works at: (Insert military faction here) Plays at: Sports, games, possibly people too.
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