planning Perfect mix for an OC?

[SapphireSmirk 7]

I realise they can't have a page and a half of life story or neon underwear with theyre technicolour coat nd stripy mane but what do you suggest for when making an OC?

[Alex Kennedy 1,228]

In terms of appearance, maybe go for subtlety and/or simplicity. That's what I did with mine anyway. In terms of personality, just don't make them too perfect. That goes for their abilities as well. I'm not really sure what else I can tell you. You have to figure it out for yourself I guess.

[~Lawful Sturdy Wing~ 522]

I realise they can't have a page and a half of life story or neon underwear with theyre technicolour coat nd stripy mane but what do you suggest for when making an OC?

 

This is a very good, and hard to answer question. Because the line between being special and being a special snowflake is very thin, and people disagree about where it is. You want to make your OC unique, that's fine; my OC for example is a pegasus soldier that uses a bladed helmet to contain the monsters inside the everfree forest. It isn't about being subtle, or simple, it is all about blending in to the world that you are roleplaying in. Make your character special, but realistic; my rule is that I will allow anything, but you need a damn good explanation on how you are what you are or got what you got. Another simple rule, avoid making yourself innately special.

 

When an OC is unique or talented because of their life or work, it is a lot easier to accept than just "I was born this way"

[Z Star 189]

Well, in my opinion, a good OC is just that: Original! I like to base my first OC on myself, whether loosely or closely because then he/she can be just as unique as I am! An then I give them a little bit of a background story and see what I can tweak here and there. I feel like simplicity is the best thing. Physically, I love the OCs that look like they were BORN an not created. But then again..... Typing all this.... I feel like what makes a good OC is highly in the opinion of the creator! My OC might be too plain for someone, but too complex to someone else. I feel like a good OC should be one you are proud of.

[Alex Kennedy 1,228]

This is a very good, and hard to answer question. Because the line between being special and being a special snowflake is very thin, and people disagree about where it is. You want to make your OC unique, that's fine; my OC for example is a pegasus soldier that uses a bladed helmet to contain the monsters inside the everfree forest. It isn't about being subtle, or simple, it is all about blending in to the world that you are roleplaying in. Make your character special, but realistic; my rule is that I will allow anything, but you need a damn good explanation on how you are what you are or got what you got. Another simple rule, avoid making yourself innately special.

 

When an OC is unique or talented because of their life or work, it is a lot easier to accept than just "I was born this way"

They can be innately special, it just has to be done the right way. It's more important that whatever makes them special balances out, so that they aren't overpowered.