Episode 270 Let’s build a protagonist, a loopy one

Today's Topic Creating our hero

In this episode, Jeffery and Michael, start brainstorming the character Michael will use in our timeloop story. When we create a hero or any character, we need to consider them in the context of the story. So listen to our let's build a protagonist podcast episode.

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Podcast Show flow – Brainstorming

Think about the 5 steps to great characters

Strong Archetypes
Use Quirks to add flavor and uniqueness and develop a personality
Develop strong motivations think of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Be able to visualize them in your head
Use story action to define the character

Let's build a protagonist

Background
- Strong Archetypes
What motivates your character?
- Basic Needs (physiological, Safety)
- Psychological needs (Belonging, Esteem)
- Self-Actualization
- Why does your character think his motivation is?
What does your character look like?
- What someone would notice when meeting them
- The first time they meet (3 Things)
- When they get to know them (Think back to the quirks)
- Repeat until you can see them in your head
- All senses not just vision
What is his personality
What causes him/her to stand his ground or run away
When will your character compromise?
What causes action or inaction
Traits
Flaws
Quirks
Name if you can