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Reference

Plan a useful character reference sheet

Help an artist understand the details that must remain consistent.

· Sonic OC Maker editorial team

Plan a useful character reference sheet

A reference has a purpose

An artist needs to see the character’s important features clearly. A front view can show colors and clothing, but it does not explain hidden back details.

Annotate the essentials

Record color codes, outfit layers and signature accessories. Add notes when an important feature is not visible in the image.

Understand this tool’s limits

The manual builder exports a front-facing image and profile settings. It does not automatically produce consistent side and back views or a rigged model.

Try these ideas in the character builder.