Design a character that communicates role and personality
Design a character whose appearance communicates their role and basic personality without labels or backstory text.
What it is
Combine figure construction, anatomy, gesture, costume, and silhouette in one character design. Use body type, posture, face, gesture, and clothing to signal profession, status, and temperament.
Test the design without text. The visuals should distinguish contrasting concepts, such as a tired veteran healer and a reckless rookie brawler.
You can check it when
- ✓Show the character without context or text and record whether the role and basic personality can be identified from the visuals.
- ✓Review the character in flat silhouette and simple values. Check that the role and personality remain distinct without dialogue or effects.