Great characters come to life through their traits and temperaments. There are many ways to develop characters, and the four temperaments (also known as the ‘four humors’) is one helpful approach. In this article, you’ll learn what the four temperaments are, why you should use them to outline your cast, and how you can use …
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Many characters in fiction betray flawed thinking: in fact, cognitive distortions are often a key source of conflict throughout a story. This creates inner strife, and may be core to the obstacles standing between your characters and their goals. In this article, you’ll learn what cognitive distortions are, how they relate to character development, and …
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Chances are you’ve seen a movie or crime drama where the famous Rorschach inkblot test has been used to determine a character’s mindset. The test is so famous that a character named Rorschach, who wears an inkblot mask, is part of the Watchmen graphic novel series. The Rorschach Inkblot Test Character Template in Plottr helps …
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Much like us, characters have needs that range from the most universal and essential for survival to the personal. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is a theory for understanding how people’s needs affect their actions and identities. You can use this psychological concept for character development, too. Planning characters’ motivations will help you diversify your story’s …
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