#novelwriting #characterdevelopment
A few weeks ago I used the save the cat beat sheet to outline a novel - well today we are returning to that world of murderous magicians this time to take a look at character development
Just like with the plot outline, while I am a pantser at heart, I will be trying my hand at a more structured approach and today I've chosen to use a personality test based framework to flesh out our wannabe magician and failed assassin.
THe approach I use draws on the Enneagram personality test, a personality test that is supposedly based on your basic fears, desires and motivations accumulating in 9 core personality types. We will be selecting a type for both of the main characters, and using the personality traits associated to flesh out additional information including:
The lie the character believes
Their ghost
Their want and need
Their key objective
You can read more about this approach here: www.dabblewriter.com/articles...
And you can read more about the 9 personality types references here: www.enneagraminstitute.com/ty...
9 май 2024
