character name
illustration / portrait / scanned sketch

A concise introductory paragraph summarising who this character is, their role in the narrative, and their overall significance.

overview

A broad description of the character’s identity, narrative function, and defining traits. This should read like a quick reference summary.

appearance

Physical description, clothing, posture, scars, expressions, and any symbolic or recurring visual motifs associated with the character.

personality

Temperament, beliefs, values, fears, flaws, and contradictions. How they behave under pressure versus in moments of safety.

history

Background information, formative experiences, major life events, and how these events shaped the character’s worldview.

relationships

Important personal connections: allies, rivals, mentors, family, and how these relationships evolve over time.

abilities

Skills, powers, talents, or limitations—magical, physical, intellectual, or emotional. Include costs or consequences.

themes

Narrative or symbolic themes embodied by the character, such as identity, sacrifice, corruption, growth, or legacy.

notes

Meta commentary, development notes, contradictions, unreliable lore, or references to drafts and cut ideas.