NOTES FROM THE WORKSHOP
A little inspiration goes a long way.
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Start your OC with a role
A practical way to connect appearance to character purpose.
Read article →Make a silhouette you can recognize
Use ears, tails and quills to create a clear character outline.
Read article →Choose a palette with two main colors
Give your character a clear color rhythm and a useful accent.
Read article →Find a species that fits your character
Compare species through shape and story rather than popularity.
Read article →Give your OC clothes with a purpose
Make jackets, hoodies and accessories support the character story.
Read article →Find a name that sounds like your OC
Use tone, rhythm and community checks to choose a name.
Read article →Pair a power with a limitation
Create story choices by making strengths come with a cost.
Read article →Write a backstory that leads to a choice
Connect origins and motivation to the next scene.
Read article →Save an image and an editable design
Understand browser saves, JSON backups and PNG exports.
Read article →Choose SVG or PNG for your next step
Match your file format to sharing, resizing or editing.
Read article →Plan a useful character reference sheet
Help an artist understand the details that must remain consistent.
Read article →Use randomization without losing your idea
Lock the traits you like and explore one variable at a time.
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