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How to Create the Perfect Superhero

Creating characters for a work of fiction can be a challenging and time consuming process. Authors often spend days or even months trying to come up with the perfect character. In order for a character to be able to appeal to the reader, the character must be well rounded and dynamic. By giving your character believable flaws and a great back story you can create the perfect superhero for your project.

Instructions

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      Carry a notepad and writing utensil with you throughout your daily routine for a week. Ideas for your character can come to you when you least expect it. It's always a great idea to be ready. Write down any idea you find sufficient for your character into the notepad. Ideas may include names, places, hairstyles or scenarios.

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      Find a comfortable, relaxing and quiet place to gather your thoughts and brainstorm ideas for your character. For example, a comfortable place may be a coffee shop, your living room or a park. Get situated and lay out a few sheets of paper, writing utensils and a snack.

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      Copy each idea you recorded into your notepad onto a blank sheet of paper. Draw a line connecting each idea regarding an individual and place that are similar. For example, a clown may be related to a circus or a circus-themed store. Then connect any similar scenarios to the character. For example, a clown at a circus themed department store, that can't seem to be funny.

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      Create a character profile. Give your character a name, background and personality. The name is one of the most important aspects of your character. Come up with a name that is unique, clever and directly relates to their personality. For example, a character with a name such as "Chuck Steele" would probably be a smooth talking action hero. A clever name will stick in your reader's mind. In addition to a great name, readers want to know why your superhero takes the actions he/she does. Create a back story that tells of how your character became "super".

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      Give your character superhero attributes. Every superhero has something that makes them "super" and stand out from their "ordinary" counterparts.

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      Create a villain. Every superhero has a villain that is memorable and relevant. This character must challenge your superhero and push him/her to their limits. Give the villain a goal that is in direct contrast to what your character is trying to accomplish. For example, if your superhero is a protector of the ocean, then your villain will probably be someone who disregards the ocean and pollutes it.

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