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  1. frankieharper
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    Is the character name too cliche?

    Hi, I am currently writing a romance novel, my first attempt, and I am stuck on a name. I want to call the 'main guy' Romeo, however is this too...
    Thread by: frankieharper, Apr 22, 2021, 11 replies, in forum: Character Development
  2. Oldmanofthemountain
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    What are your favorite "Unintentionally Sympathetic" characters?

    What TV Tropes labels as "Unintentionally Sympathetic" characters, is rather self explanatory. It refers to any characters that audience are is...
    Thread by: Oldmanofthemountain, Mar 26, 2021, 4 replies, in forum: Character Development
  3. tsukiyukiko
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    How to make a character descent into madness

    Hello! I'm writing my second book and I have a question as I am not very familiar with the horror genre. My story is set in the Victorian era and...
    Thread by: tsukiyukiko, Mar 14, 2021, 23 replies, in forum: Character Development
  4. B055man
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    Would this character be considered male or female?

    A man is hunting a giant female bird on a faraway continent so he can earn fame and money. He succeeds in killing the bird but is engulfed in a...
    Thread by: B055man, Mar 7, 2021, 18 replies, in forum: Character Development
  5. SilverWolf0101
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    Developing a "Superhero"

    Where to begin? Well, to be honest, I have a character I created (originally inspired by a show) that has powers. Except, her powers are a bit...
    Thread by: SilverWolf0101, Mar 1, 2021, 4 replies, in forum: Character Development
  6. Kayla
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    How to write this conflict?

    I’m aware that this is cliche but I’m just writing this for fun. This is teen fiction btw. Character A, and B want nothing to do with each other....
    Thread by: Kayla, Jan 29, 2021, 19 replies, in forum: Plot Development
  7. TheEndOfMrsY
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    If you were a character in a fiction book, who would you be and why?

    I thought this might be fun! Who would you like to be? Who are you most like if you're being honest? For me I think: I would like to be like...
    Thread by: TheEndOfMrsY, Dec 17, 2020, 23 replies, in forum: The Lounge
  8. Oldmanofthemountain
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    What are your least favorite "Unintentionally Unsympathetic" characters?

    What TV Tropes labels as "Unintentionally Unsympathetic" characters, is rather self explanatory. Basically it refers to any characters that...
    Thread by: Oldmanofthemountain, Dec 10, 2020, 32 replies, in forum: Character Development
  9. cosmic lights
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    Writing two parallel character journey's?

    So for the first time I have two main characters who each have a mystery to solve and in pursuit of answers their stories intertwine. How closely...
    Thread by: cosmic lights, Dec 9, 2020, 8 replies, in forum: Character Development
  10. thelonelyauthor
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    First impressions about character

    Hi everyone, I am currently sketching out an outline for a new novella and in my notes I came up with a main character who fits this description...
    Thread by: thelonelyauthor, Dec 8, 2020, 21 replies, in forum: Character Development
  11. Stauche Stimpson
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    How would a former shut in neet behave after receiving a lot of power, status and confidence.

    Also assuming this is a desired position for him and prefers this over his old life. someone who lacks social skills but is in a position to fly...
    Thread by: Stauche Stimpson, Dec 6, 2020, 8 replies, in forum: Research
  12. Ezio de Medici
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    Setting up character names

    Hi! I want to start writing a book and I have an important question. Can I use names from TV series or shows or do I have to change them? Thank you!
    Thread by: Ezio de Medici, Dec 4, 2020, 5 replies, in forum: Character Development
  13. MoFoMi
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    How to phrase - NB character?

    I'm writing about a historical event happening in real time and I have a scene describing six figures. Three being women, two being men, and one...
    Thread by: MoFoMi, Nov 25, 2020, 14 replies, in forum: Character Development
  14. Viserion
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    Character Feedback

    In a writing project of mine, I’v designed two different characters, who I’ll call the Villain and the Hero. I’d like to hear what you think. The...
    Thread by: Viserion, Nov 23, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: Character Development
  15. DriedPen
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    Stranger than Fiction

    I know a lot of real people, and over the years have kept track of their crazy mannerisms. Some are pretty memorable, but as often is the case,...
    Thread by: DriedPen, Nov 15, 2020, 7 replies, in forum: Character Development
  16. techwiz7
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    character with terminal illness

    I'm currently prepping a story with a protagonist who has a terminal illness, but I have trouble deciding what that illness should be. I would...
    Thread by: techwiz7, Nov 14, 2020, 2 replies, in forum: Research
  17. CrimsonAngel
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    Character Naming Question

    When you choose a name for your character do you usually have to make one that matches the characters personality? I thought that sometimes...
    Thread by: CrimsonAngel, Nov 4, 2020, 30 replies, in forum: Character Development
  18. Kersme
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    Formulaic Character Arcs

    Hi All, I've been lurking on the forum for years, as there is a lot of good information and discussion, but I've been unable to find an answer to...
    Thread by: Kersme, Nov 2, 2020, 14 replies, in forum: Character Development
  19. Writeorflight
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    How do you choose a main character?

    Long story short: I chose a protagonist, wrote the first draft, and about a year later -as I've begun preparation for the 2nd draft- I'm doubting...
    Thread by: Writeorflight, Oct 23, 2020, 15 replies, in forum: Character Development
  20. Thomas Larmore
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    Have you ever cried while killing off a character?

    I had a baby mutant, two-years-old, who, along with her cyborg father, had gone on a three planet rampage of death and destruction to find the...
    Thread by: Thomas Larmore, Oct 16, 2020, 51 replies, in forum: Character Development
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