Character Profiles for writers

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PART I. PHYSICAL

Full name
Date of Birth/Age
Address
Race/Ethnic Background/Nationality
Height
Weight/Body Build
Hair
Eyes
Peculiar Physical Traits
Glasses/Contacts
Smokes
Nervous Habits
Distinguishing Marks
Health
Smell
Voice
Usual Walking Style
Mannerisms
What type of clothes/shoes/accessories does he/she wear?
Any peculiar tastes in clothes/shoes/accessories?
Eating habits/mannerisms/tastes

PART II. GENERAL

Occupation/Social Class
Views on Money/Spending Habits
Education/Intelligence
Marital Status
Birth Order
Political Party/Views
Religious Beliefs/Strength of Beliefs
Sexual Orientation/Values
What is his/her usual disposition?
Optimist/Pessimist?
Introvert/Extrovert?
Confident/Self-conscious?
How does he/she feel about his/her appearance?
Type of car
Most important possession
Hobbies/Recreations/Sports
Talents
What is a normal day like for this character?
Greatest Fear
Major Goals
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PART III. RELATIONSHIPS

Significant Other/Relationship
Who does he/she live with?
Who does he/she spend the most time with?
Father/Relationship with him/Occupation
Mother/Relationship with her/Occupation
Siblings/Relationships
Children/Ages
Best Friend
Other Important Friends
Feelings toward animals
How does he/she view his family?
How does he/she view his friends?
How does he/she view his boss/co-workers/employees?
How does his family view him?
How does his friends view him?
How does his boss/co-workers/employees view him?
Who is his hero?
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