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How do you come up with a character that has a good design and originality? Lets say I draw a character on paper how would someone come up with ideas for creating one and what makes a good one?

>> No.3721639

Remember those idiots who said /ic/ wouldn't be overrun by tumblrfags?

>> No.3721642

>>3721639
You must be new.

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>>3721633
i just use my trauma as inspiration
gets the trick done every time

>> No.3722207

solarsands is a fag

>> No.3722226

Start by thinking a good story, maybe?

>> No.3722306

>>3721633
You don't

>> No.3722378

>>3721633
dont be a retard

>> No.3722811

>>3721633

Depends on what you want to do with it. A character is a tool and different tools do different things. First ask yourself why you want to make an oc. If you're creating a character for a story their design should reflect the environment and purpose the character has within the story. If you just want to circle jerk with friends on social media you don't have to think too deeply about it. Just follow the 'recognizable/unique silloutte' rule and avoid just copy pasting your interests/other characters you like. Looks and personality trump depth for your run of the mill /aco/ oc.

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3722836

People with self insert oc's should be gassed

>> No.3722871

I use a website called conceptstart because i have little imagination

>> No.3723044

I try to think about the enviroment, first
That way i can create the design

>> No.3723058

Learn to write.

Good characters aren't designed. They are written, and then translated to art. Derp.

>> No.3723061

While I hate the term OC, I'll help
I try to think about a few key points that are memorable about their character and costume. Realistically, you should be able to simplify the character to a high degree, and still recognize the character. for example, if you drew a generic man with a red hat and red shirt with blue overalls, but no other distinguishing feature, that registers to people as Mario. If you draw a stick figure with blonde hair and a giant fucking sword, that registers to everyone as Cloud. If you want a memorable character, they should have a simple design that stands out.

>> No.3723082

>>3723058
I mean good writing is good design but yes

>> No.3723088

>>3722836
Especially if the self-insert is paired with a canon character.
Highest caliber of autism right there.

>> No.3723158

>>3723088
Imagine not using your personal art for self gratification out of shame lmao

>> No.3723165

>>3721633
Just think of it as a character creation screen, except you have infinite choices