Here's a guideline to show what sort of information might be helpful to share with the group when bringing in a new character. It will be updated based on input from the group. Thanks!
Copy and paste the format below, create a new topic, put your character name as the subject, paste this into the body and fill in the blanks. Please be careful of what color you use; some colors hurt when against a black background.
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Character Introduction for: (character name here)
Played By: (your name or nickname)
AIM/AOL Name: (please specify which service you use to avoid confusion)
Avatar Name: (actor/model/etc name)
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Physical Stats
Age::::::::
Birthday:::
Height:::::
Weight:::::
Build::::::
Hair Color:
Eye Color::
Identifying Features:
(this is like scars, tattoos, piercings, etc)
Typical Clothing Choice:
(what does this person usually wear and why?)
Mental/Personality Traits and Weaknesses/Phobias
(a couple sentences to define the character's personality or mental acuity)
Special Enhancements or Physical Characteristics
(typically this is for those creatures from the lab but can apply to anyone with something special about them)
Home, Haven and Occupation/Hobbies
(a few notes so we know what your character does and likes)
Skills, Talents and Education/Training
(don't go overboard; record some of the most important skills, talents and educational notes)
Property, Pets and Toys
(just a few items that your character won't be caught dead without and any pets or toys worth mentioning)
Friends, Enemies and General Contacts
(just a quick contact list to know who is related to who and how; great for creating story hooks)
Brief History
(a novel is not necessary but a little bit about a formative event or events that help define your character would be appreciated; this is also great for creating story hooks)