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CHOOSE MY PLANBuilding a character from scratch can be tough, which is why many writers start with an archetype or familiar trope. This database of recognizable roles give you a solid framework to build a credible character while showing you how to probe their deeper layers so they emerge as fresh and unique, not a stereotype.
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