How To Create The Perfect Original Character

Step One... Basic Information
'''Well! We all have those difficult situations in finding names. But look around! One site I recommend is Behind The Name. You can search from thousands of names and get information and origins as well.'''

'''Having trouble with templates? Here's a starter to help.'''

Name:

Gender:

Age:

Personality:

Description:

Hobbies:

Likes/Dislikes:

Friends:

Enemies:

Fears:

Weaknesses:

Weapon(s)?:

Step Two... Backstory
'''Okay. Say you want your oc to be mysterious, gloomy and articulate. Yes, that part is easy, but you need reason behind why that character's personality is well, that personality.'''

'''So, say my character is quiet, stubborn and moody. Here's a little example of a backstory.'''

''Jinx grew up like any normal wolf. Surrounded by joyous moments of playing with her sister, always getting into mischief together. They had never known their father, until the night came. The sister's father returned, angered that their mother Carnival, had left him. She ran with the pups, but was soon caught by their father. Carnival told the pups to run, and they did. Faster than they ever had run before.''

'''That's a bit of a backstory to get a good example in your head. Anyway, let's move on!'''

Step Three... Environment
'''What kind of place does you character live in? A city? The country side? The future or the past?'''

Here's some examples of environments for characters