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could change one thing about the environment around him or her, what would it be?
    How competitive is your character?
    What does your character expect his or her future to be like in 10 years?
    In regards to your character’s attitude about life, does he or she live in the past, the present, or toward the future?
     
    Religion, Spirituality, and Core Beliefs
     
    Has your character been impacted by a religious/spiritual background?
    What are your character’s core values?
     
    Skills, Talents, and Abilities
     
    Can include artistic, musical, physical/sports-related, adaptability to change, intellect, social skills, creativity, problem-solving, leadership, technical skill, photographic memory, observation, quick-thinker, diplomatic/peace-maker, and financial/business savvy.
     
    Flaws and Weaknesses
    What flaws or shortco mings does your character have?  How does your character feel about them? Is your character aware they exist?
    What character flaw (or perceived flaw) does your character want to change? What are the sources of these flaws?
    What obstacles hinder your character from changing?
    How forgiving/unforgiving is your character when wronged by another person?
    Sometimes a flaw can also come from what normally would be a strength, only it’s stretched too far (the line between con fidence/arrogance, for example).
     
    Profession
     
    If you’re not familiar with your character’s career, spend some time online to get comfortable with the basics of it—learn some professional jargon, but use it sparingly in the actual story. 
    Does your character love his or her work or wish for some other career? What are the best and worst aspects of the position?
    Did the character have previous professions prior to the one you intend to use in the series?  What skills from those professions could be useful to your character?
     
    Wealth and Income
     
    This is important to the point it may impact your character’s economic freedom and mobility.  Deeper traits can be revealed from a sudden windfall or loss of income.
    Is your character wise wit h money? Why?
    How has that impacted the character’s course in life ?
     
    Material Possessions (Including Home, Car, Clothing, Personal Belongings, etc.)
    These can b e used to reflect personality.
    Do they keep them neat or messy?
    The style/mode l of car may also be important.
    Would your character be seen as a good or bad driver? Why?
    Is there something the character owns that holds a sentimental attachment?
    How does your ch aracter dress on a daily basis?
    Does the character try to stand out or blend in based on their clothing?
    If your character’s home was on fire, what one material possession would be grabbed first?
     
    Favorites and Dislikes
    Consider foods, drinks, movies, music, books, sports, time of the year, places, and television shows.  Think in terms of what these can reveal about the character.
     
    Daily Life vs. Extreme Circumstances
    Is your character easily bored?
    What does he/she do for fun?
    What are his/her favorite hobbies?
    When put in a situation where quick and creative thinking is important, how does your character react?
    What practical joke would your charact er do if given the opportunity?
    How would he or she react to the same joke directed back?
    What are some topics/questions your character is curious to find out in life?
    How comfortable would your character be if asked to speak in public in front of a large group of people?
    Where has your character traveled previously?
    Does your character function at his or her best in a harmonious or chaotic environment?
    How does your character act while waiting in line for an hour? 
    What cause or causes is your character passionate about?
    What would make your character laugh, cry, or become angry?
    Is your character more effective at a certain time of day? (Morning, afternoon, evening, night) How does that impact his or her life? How can you incorporate it into their behavior (yawning,