User blog comment:Heidiquiding/First blog!/@comment-25954732-20151122201319

Hiya there! I'm Nyx!

Tips? Hmm, ok.

As a writer, I personally like to map out every aspect of my characters, slowly adding them (or rapidly, depends on my inspiration) to whatever page or notes my character may have. But, that may not be your deal-io.

To avoid a Mary Sue character, flaws are important. Crying too much? Not really a flaw. It's just a character trait. Someone who whines whenever they don't get their way is an example of a character with a flaw, however.

And, do not give your character a ridiculous amount of abilities and powers either. And if you do, round them out. Give them limitations. This is very important when it comes to Roleplaying and writing fanfiction and stuff.

I also suggest checking out other people's writing and characters for several reasons. One, a character could end up being a possible good friend or enemy or even acquaintance to another character and you can request a friendship, rivalry or WHATEVER with the author of that character.

Or you could just praise or critique that character, we always appreciate that.

Two, writing is inspiring. So, reading other pieces of writing really does help loads! Don't believe me? Don't just take my word for it: go on out there and see for yourself!

Oh, and roleplays help to improve your writing too! Having your character interact with others, seeing the writing of other people... It really does help a lot!

So, welcome to the Wiki and I can't wait to see your work!