#rp guide

A Friendly, Beginner-Safe Guide to Tumblr RP (G1N Edition)

Welcome!! If you’ve wandered into the Gotham 1 News inbox and thought:

“What does mun mean?”

“How do people write as fictional characters??”

“What is a private RP?”

“Do I have to be good at writing?”

“Do I even need a special account?”

“Why is everyone yelling about multiverses?”

“What am I supposed to DO?? 😭”

Then congratulations — you are exactly who this guide is for.

Tumblr RP can look intimidating from the outside, but it’s actually incredibly welcoming once you know the basics. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, step by step, using clear examples and friendly language.

And at G1N, we specialize in being beginner-friendly — so you’re safe here.

✨ What “mun” means

Mun = the real-life person behind the blog. If someone runs an account as Wonder Woman, she is the muse (the character), and the human typing is the mun.

It just helps people know whether you’re speaking as the character or as yourself.

Extra info: Some people will write their OOC (“out of character”) comments in parentheses so you know which voice they’re speaking with. Examples:

((OOC: I’ll reply later!))

((Mun Note: Sorry for the delay, life is chaotic!))

— The Mun

You NEVER have to do this in a perfect or specific way. Everyone has their own style.

✨ What an RP account is

An RP account is a Tumblr blog where you pretend to be a fictional character. You “write” as that character in asks, posts, and threads — like acting, but through text.

There’s no special setup required. Your blog is your character when you talk in-character.

You can make your own storylines with that character and it does NOT have to be related to canon at all.

You can even change the character to be anywhere from slightly to completely different from that character's canon (we call this the Multiverse: Anything can be explained via different multiverse, timeline, or dimension!!)

Extra info: On Tumblr, most RP blogs fall into loose categories, and you don’t have to pick one — but here are the terms you’ll see:

Canon Blog: Writes the character as they appear in the official source.

AU Blog: “Alternate Universe.” The character is changed but recognizable.

OC Blog: “Original Character.” Entirely created by the mun.

Crossover Blog: Mixes fandoms (ex: Naruto meets Batman).

Crack Blog: Chaotic, meme-heavy, not serious.

Serious Lit Blog: Writes long, descriptive prose.

ALL of these are valid. You don’t have to “fit” in any box to RP.

✨ How RP interactions work here at G1N

You can send asks to us as your character, and we’ll respond as Gotham 1 News, like you’re in a shared universe.

Totally beginner friendly! You don’t need fancy writing or special formatting — just talk as your character would.

Examples:

“Hello G1N, this is my detective reporting a strange creature sighting—”

“My hero would like to submit a tip to the newsroom.”

“My witch character wants to yell about whatever just came out of the sewers.”

We accept: ✔️ Canon characters ✔️ OCs (That means your own Original Character; someone not written into the canon of a universe, but instead you created it to be there, like if you wanted your character to be Tony Stark's kid in the Marvel universe; that's an OC! For another example, Gotham 1 News is actually an OC!) ✔️ Crossovers from literally any universe ✔️ Multiple versions of the same character ✔️ Silly, serious, chaotic — whatever your vibe is

If you ever get stuck, just ask! We’re happy to help.

Extra info: You can write in ANY length:

One sentence

A paragraph

Multi-paragraph

A meme-style dialogue

ACTIONS in asterisks

Or just vibes

There is no “wrong” way to RP here.

✨ What “THIS IS FOR A PRIVATE RP” means

Sometimes people want a news story written just for their storyline.

If you add:

THIS IS FOR A PRIVATE RP

that tells us:

We’ll write the news report

But other people won’t jump into your thread

It’s only for your character and whatever story you’re working on

We won’t treat it like an open starter for everyone else

If you don’t write this, we assume others are allowed to join in and interact with the news post. Sometimes, a roleplay thread will say "CLOSED RP". This is the same thing; they're asking for it to be private.

Extra info: Public threads = great if you want to meet other RPers. Private threads = great if you’re building your own dedicated story.

Both are equally valid.

✨ What is a pinned post?

A pinned post is a post we put at the very top of the blog so it’s the first thing you see when you visit. It's not required; but it makes RP so much easier! Think of it like the front door sign or welcome desk of the blog.

It’s where we put:

how to interact with us

what this blog is about

important info for roleplayers

quick guidelines so you’re never confused

any rules you want for interaction (i.e. This blog is 18+ only! or No NSFW please!)

any artwork of your character (if you want!)

description of your character (again, not required, but still fun!)

yours and/or character's pronouns

character's backstory

Make sure to always check another RP's pinned post before interacting! It will save a lot of confusion. If you’re new, start with making yours — it tells everyone everything they need to know before jumping in!

Extra info: Pinned posts can also include:

DNI lists (Do Not Interact)

Trigger warnings

Shipping rules

RP preferences

Connection lists

Verses (different versions of your character)

Again: You DO NOT need all of this. You can add things slowly over time.

✨ What if I don’t know how to ‘sound like’ my character yet?

Totally normal. Most people grow into their character over time.

You can:

Write short replies

Use emojis

Write however feels natural

Change your style later

Ask questions whenever you need to

RP is about fun, not perfection.

Extra info: A lot of RPers start off nervous and gradually become SUPER confident. There is no timer. You learn by doing.

The ONLY rule is: Have fun.

✨ What tags you should know

Not required, but helpful:

IC = in-character

OOC = out-of-character (you speaking as the mun)

RP = roleplay

Ask = a message someone sends your blog

Starter = a post you can jump into to start an interaction

Thread = the ongoing back-and-forth between characters

Mun — the real person

Muse — the character

You’ll learn the rest as you go — promise.

Extra info: Other common tags you might see:

Queue — pre-scheduled posts

Headcanon — your personal take on a character

Mains/Exclusives — people you RP with the most

Verse — a specific AU or storyline

Dash-only RP — RP happening on the dashboard, not in reblogs

Reblog Karma — “If you reblog a meme from me, send one back” (optional rule)

You DO NOT need to use these unless you want to.

✨ So basically:

“Mun” = the real human behind the blog

You send asks as your character

We reply as Gotham 1 News

Write “THIS IS FOR A PRIVATE RP” or "CLOSED RP" if you want a story only for you

Crossovers and beginners are 100% welcome

You do NOT need special formatting, skills, or experience

You’re already doing great just by asking! If you need anything — explanation, tips, or help starting — we’ll happily walk you through it 💛

✨ How to Start Your Own RP Account

Starting an RP account on Tumblr is way easier than it looks — promise! Here’s a simple step-by-step guide so you can jump in without stressing:

1. Make a new Tumblr blog (or turn your current one into an RP blog)

You can:

Make a sideblog just for RP

Or turn your main into an RP blog if you prefer

Most people use sideblogs so their regular posts stay separate, but either way works!

2. Pick your character

Your character can be:

Someone from any canon (DC, Marvel, anime, etc.)

A completely original character (OC)

A version of a canon character you changed or customized

A mash-up, AU, multiverse variant — literally anything

There is no wrong choice. Pick someone you love or someone you think would be fun to write.

3. Choose a username

Your username can be:

Your character’s name

Something themed (“batboy-archives,” “star-witch-files”)

A pun

Something aesthetic

Or literally anything

Don’t overthink it — you can always change it later.

4. Write a pinned post

This is your blog’s “welcome desk.”

It usually includes:

Who your character is

Your boundaries or rules (if any)

How others can interact with you

Whether you’re okay with private RPs

Your pronouns

Your character’s pronouns

Anything else you want people to know before they start writing with you

RP blogs without pinned posts tend to confuse people — this one step makes everything easier for everyone.

5. Add a small bio or character info

Not required, but very helpful.

You can include:

A short personality overview

Abilities/powers

Appearance

Their job or role

Their universe

Doesn’t need to be long — two sentences is totally fine! You can always expand later.

6. Make an intro post

This tells the RP community: “Hi, I exist!”

Your intro can include:

Who you write

What universes you’re comfortable with

Whether you accept asks

Whether crossovers or OCs can interact

Your general vibe

Tag it with:

#rp

#roleplay

#rp community

#open rp

#ask game

And tags related to your character (like #dc rp or #marvel rp)

This helps other RPers find you.

7. Start interacting

You can:

Send asks to others as your character

Reblog someone’s starter post and join the thread

Reply to open starters

Make your own starter

Answer asks people send you

Chat OOC to make friends

React to posts in-character

There is no wrong way to start.

8. Don’t worry about writing style

Some people:

Write long paragraphs

Write short sentences

Write in scripts

Use emojis

Don’t use punctuation

Write like it’s a novel

Write like it’s memes

Whatever feels natural is correct.

You’re not being graded. RP is creative chaos. Enjoy it.

9. Learn as you go

Every RPer learns by doing — everyone. Even the 10-year veterans.

You’ll pick up:

Formatting styles

How threaded RPs work

How to plot

How to make a starter

Your character’s voice

What you enjoy

You do not need to know everything up front.

10. The golden rule: communicate

If you’re confused, ask. If something feels overwhelming, ask. If you want to start a thread but don’t know how, ask.

RP is built on communication, not perfection.

✨ New RPer Checklist (So You Don’t Forget Anything!)

A super simple list to help you get started without feeling overwhelmed:

Before You Start

✔️ Pick a character (canon or OC) ✔️ Decide if you want a sideblog or main blog ✔️ Choose a username ✔️ Set an icon + header (optional, but helps people recognize you)

Set Up Your Blog

✔️ Write a pinned post ✔️ Add your pronouns + your character’s pronouns ✔️ Write a short bio or character sheet ✔️ Add tags to your pinned post (so people can find it) ✔️ Set up a tag system if you want (like #ic, #ooc, #starter, etc.)

Make Yourself Visible

✔️ Write an intro post: “Hi, I write X character!” ✔️ Tag it properly (#rp, #roleplay, #open rp, etc.) ✔️ Follow other RP blogs ✔️ Like or reblog posts from the RP community so they know you exist

Start Interacting

✔️ Send your first ask (IC or OOC) ✔️ Reblog a starter ✔️ Respond to asks people send you ✔️ Write a small starter post of your own ✔️ Communicate your comfort level (length, tone, whatever makes you comfy)

General Good Habits

✔️ Be nice ✔️ Don’t pressure yourself to be perfect ✔️ Tell people if you need time to respond ✔️ Put “THIS IS FOR A PRIVATE RP” when needed ✔️ Reblog memes, ask games, etc. to help people interact with you ✔️ Take breaks — RP should be fun, not stressful!

✨ Common Mistakes New Roleplayers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

RP is easy once you understand the basics, but beginners often fall into the same little traps. Here’s how to dodge them like a pro:

❌ Mistake 1: Overthinking everything

People worry: “I don’t sound like my character!” “My writing isn’t good enough!” “What if I mess up the rules?”

✔️ Fix: RP is improv. Jump in messy. You’ll learn by doing, not by waiting.

❌ Mistake 2: Not reading someone’s pinned post

Every RP blog has different rules and preferences. Missing those can cause confusion.

✔️ Fix: Check pinned posts before interacting. It solves 99% of misunderstandings instantly.

❌ Mistake 3: Thinking you need long paragraphs

You don’t! Some people write two words. Some write novels. Both are valid.

✔️ Fix: Write whatever feels natural. Length does not equal quality.

❌ Mistake 4: Panicking about formatting

Fancy formatting is optional. Bold, italics, icons, gifs, fancy dividers — all optional.

✔️ Fix: Start simple. You can evolve your style later.

❌ Mistake 5: Feeling like you need a huge backstory before starting

Many beginners freeze because they think they need a full wiki page.

✔️ Fix: Start with a few facts. Build the rest as you RP.

❌ Mistake 6: Taking on too many threads at once

You get excited, jump in everywhere, and suddenly have 20 RPs to respond to.

✔️ Fix: Start with 1–3 threads. Add more once you’re comfortable.

❌ Mistake 7: Comparing yourself to veteran RPers

Others might have been doing this for years. That’s okay.

✔️ Fix: Don’t compare — everyone starts somewhere. Veteran RPers love new people.

❌ Mistake 8: Thinking you “missed your chance” to reply

Some beginners think: “It’s been too long. I can’t respond now.”

✔️ Fix: You can always reply. Days, weeks, months later. RP time is fake.

❌ Mistake 9: Not communicating when confused

Everyone gets lost at first.

✔️ Fix: Ask questions. RPers love helping new folks.

❌ Mistake 10: Not having fun

If it feels like homework, something’s wrong.

✔️ Fix: Write what makes you excited. Your joy is the best fuel for RP.

✨ How to Send Your First RP Ask (Step-by-Step)

This section is for the absolute beginners who don’t even know what an “ask” looks like yet. Here’s a simple guide:

1. Decide if you want to send the ask IC or OOC

IC = in character

OOC = out of character, you speaking as yourself (the mun)

If IC, write like your character would speak. If OOC, write like “Hi! Quick question—”

2. Go to their ask box

On desktop: blogname.tumblr.com/ask On mobile: scroll to find the ask button.

3. Write your message

Examples:

IC examples (your character speaking):

“Gotham 1 News, this is Detective Hawthorne. I’m reporting smoke rising from Crime Alley.”

“My witch found something glowing in the sewers. Should we be concerned?”

“This is Captain Solaris of the Starship Astraeus requesting a broadcast frequency.”

OOC examples (you speaking as mun):

“Hi! New to RP — can my character interact with your latest post?”

“Quick question: what’s the best way to start a thread with you?”

4. Add “THIS IS FOR A PRIVATE RP” if necessary

Only if you don’t want others joining in.

If not, leave it out — most people love open interactions.

5. Hit send

That’s it. You’re RPing now. You did the thing.

6. Wait for their response

People reply at different speeds. Hours, days, weeks — it’s normal.

7. Continue the thread

When they reply, you:

Reblog their response

Add your character’s reply underneath

Keep going back and forth

That back-and-forth is “a thread.”

8. Don’t be afraid to send follow-up asks

You can send silly asks, serious ones, chaotic ones — whatever fits your character.

RP thrives on interaction.

create a movie library. if your muse is someone who likes movies, make a list of their favourites on letterboxd or imdb, or even serializd for those that prefer tv. you can make lists for ones they've seen and enjoyed or haven't seen but would like. i use letterboxd for this quite a bit and sometimes even add some notes within my lists detailing my muse's thoughts and reviews of the movies.

make a sideblog. i know that many people do this already, but aesthetic sideblog for your character can be extremely helpful and fun to maintain. you can build these however you like! i like to use mine to post photos that my muse would like, faceclaim content, playlists and songs, ships/dynamics inspo, headcanons, silly text posts, and a variety of other things. if you're unsure where to look for content you can post on your sideblogs, @museinspo has a variety of things for many types of characters and is a really helpful place to start. they have a great detailed tagging system to make it easier to find content best suited to your muse. some tags that you can also look through could be #character inspo, #ship inspo, and #muse inspo.

play a barbie dress up game. most people who know me can attest to how much i love this — building a closet for my characters' style. every muse is different, so this can be a fun exploration activity. pinterest is a frequently used resource, but what i like to do most often is browse resale websites like depop or poshmark because i like the variety of styles and the fact that you can find some things you might not see in every store! i have many muses who like to wear silly graphic t-shirts, handmade, vintage, and eclectic styles, so this tends to be the best place to search. you can also do this with any website that sells styles you like for your muse. i like to think of this as a dress up barbie game since that helps me maintain the fun aspect of it all.

build and decorate a barbie dreamhouse. on the topic of barbies, you can do the same activity with furniture, homewares, trinkets, toys, art and decor. build your muse their barbie dreamhouse, fill it with things they would collect and feel at home with. browse furniture websites. ikea, crate and barrel, pottery barn, anthropologie, and west elm are all great places to look for ideas. if you really want to get into it, architectural design (i particularly like this article listing recommendations for furniture retailers) and dezeen (has the added bonus of being able to search for things based on location, if you're looking for example of interior design specific to your muse's city of residence) have extensive articles on both exterior and interior design. etsy is also a great place to look for antiques, vintage style, and more eclectic items.

feed them. if your muse is a foodie or likes to cook, come up with a menu for them. read food blogs and restaurant menus, think of what they'd like if they went out for dinner or what they'd cook at home. i will sometimes make up an imaginary dinner party for muses when its applicable and plan out what they'd like to serve or be served in that situation. food can be a great way to get to know your muse because it can tell you so much about their personal tastes, their current lifestyle, and their cultural background. while food is something that is prevalent in everyone's life, different people will have different approaches to it. this can be especially fun if you look at the menus for restaurants and shops local to your muse's area! read about what's popular in their neighborhood, take the specifics of that culture into consideration.

consider history. think about the time and place in which your character was born and raised in. how would things like pop culture, trends, media, neighborhood, and society affect them? this will differ with every character's upbringing and background, so take all that into consideration as you explore resources. for example, say that your muse is inspired by something like punk subcultures in the 1990s. what music, movies, and clothing styles would have been prevalent at the time? try looking into the history of the underground scene, you can even look further back than that particular decade to understand its roots and how the subculture go to that present moment. how would current events of the time affect what's being put out there and how would the changes within the world cause your character to evolve in their mindset or interests?

study movement. often times we study physicality in terms of what the character looks like as a static image (their hair colour, face shape, clothing, etc) and less about what it looks like when they look like when they are in movement. consider things like their gait, posture, facial expressions, or even specific tics. how do they move when they're on the go and in a rush, compared to when they're confined to a room? how do they position themselves in a bed or on a couch? what does their face tell you about them when they speak? what does it not tell you? a lot of behavior and emotion is not limited to dialogue, but rather how a person composes themselves through body language. you can learn so much about someone by being observant of them even without dialogue. it can be helpful to watch videos or movies and study an actor's movements with all this in mind. i often find myself watching videos with the sound off, just to pay closer attention to body language and try to understand what they are saying without verbal communication.

⠀⠀as  in  many  countries,  in  brazil  we  have  some  differences  in  the  way  names  work.  with  that  in  mind,  i  have  put  together  some  tips  for  if  you  want  to  name  a  brazilian  character  and  don't  know  where  to  start.  it's  also  a  very  useful  point  to  know  in  order  to  respect  and  understand  how  our  culture  works.

⠀⠀⸻⠀⠀𝐌𝐈𝐃𝐃𝐋𝐄  𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄.

⠀⠀i  believe  middle  names  are  one  of  the  biggest  differences  between  brazilian  names  and  names  from  other  places*.  this  is  because  in  brazil  we  don't  have  what  is  called  a  middle  name,  in  other  words,  our  naming  structure  doesn't  include  two  names.  the  most  common  structure  is  as  follows:

first  name  +  mother's  surname  +  father's  surname for  example:  ana  silva  pereira.

⠀⠀we  inherit  surnames  from  both  sides  of  the  family,  although  the  paternal  surname  carries  more  weight  when  naming  a  child.  when  a  child  has  no  father  or  mother,  they  usually  inherit  both  surnames  from  their  parent.  therefore,  it's  very  important  to  think  about  this  when  creating  your  character's  name.

⠀⠀even  so,  there  are  cases  of  compound  names  (  e.g.  ana  maria  silva  pereira  )  and  cases  where  the  child  inherits  both  surnames  from  both  parents,  although  the  second  one  is  very  rare.

*some  latin  american  countries  also  use  a  similar  structure  to  brazil,  but  as  i'm  not  very  familiar  with  them,  i  prefer  not  to  comment  on  this  and  leave  it  to  those  who  understand  each  latin  american  country  better.

⠀⠀⸻⠀⠀𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒.

⠀⠀brazil  is  known  for  being  an  extremely  ethnically  diverse  country,  which  is  why  we  have  many  different  types  of  surnames  in  use  here,  many  of  which  originate  from  other  countries  and  cultures.  therefore,  it's  more  than  possible  for  a  character  to  have  a  surname  of  portuguese,  italian,  german,  african,  japanese,  or  other  origin.  when  choosing  a  surname,  it's  important  to  consider  these  details  and  understand  a  little  about  the  different  regions  of  our  country.  for  example,  in  the  southern  region,  it's  very  common  for  people  to  be  of  german  descent,  which  can  cause  a  person  to  have  a  very  german  surname.

⠀⠀however,  we  have  a  huge  number  of  surnames  that  are  specifically  brazilian  and/or  of  portuguese  origin  (  silva,  santos,  oliveira,  souza,  pereira,  viera,  costa,  rodrigues,  lima,  alves,  barbosa,  batista,  castro,  etc.  ).  therefore,  it's  important  to  think  about  this  when  choosing  a  surname.

it's  important  to  note  that  many  brazilians  have  surnames  from  other  countries  and  aren't  necessarily  direct  descendants  of  that  culture.  as  brazil  is  very  diverse,  this  is  possible,  and  above  all,  brazilians  are  brazilian  first  and  foremost.

⠀⠀⸻⠀⠀𝐍𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒.

⠀⠀as  everywhere  else,  nicknames  don't  have  a  specific  structure  or  rule;  after  all,  it's  just  a  way  of  shortening  or  abbreviating  a  name,  mainly  in  a  personal  way.  however,  here  are  some  of  the  most  common  ways  of  doing  this.

⠀⠀the  first  is  by  shortening  the  name.  so  if  someone's  name  is  paulo,  a  common  nickname  is  paulinho  (  which  literally  means  little  paulo  ).  it's  an  affectionate  way  of  addressing  someone,  but  it  doesn't  necessarily  shorten  the  name.  in  some  cases,  this  also  happens  when  the  father  and  son  have  the  same  name,  where  the  son  ends  up  taking  the  diminutive  form  of  the  name.

⠀⠀the  second  way  is  to  use  the  first  syllable  of  the  name  as  a  nickname.  in  other  words,  a  woman  named  juliana  is  usually  called  ju,  something  short  and  very  personal.  it's  also  possible  to  use  the  first  two  syllables,  so  rafael  is  usually  nicknamed  rafa.

⠀⠀in  addition,  we  have  some  names  which  already  come  with  nicknames.  josé  commonly  becomes  zé  or  zezinho,  roberto  becomes  beto,  maria  eduarda  or  eduarda  becomes  duda,  carlos  eduardo  becomes  cadu,  fernanda  becomes  nanda  or  nandinha.  therefore,  when  naming  a  character,  it  is  possible  to  think  about  variations  of  nicknames,  especially  because  many  people  here  are  better  known  by  their  nickname  than  by  their  full  name.

⠀⠀⸻⠀⠀𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐈𝐆𝐍𝐈𝐒𝐌𝐒.

⠀⠀some  names  from  other  countries  end  up  being  used  here,  precisely  because  of  our  inclusive  and  openness  to  cultural  exchange.  however,  we  end  up  ‘brazilianising’  some  names,  transforming  them  into  almost  new  names.  for  example,  michael  in  brazil  would  be  maicon,  or  brian  could  be  used  as  braian.  so  don't  be  surprised  to  find  some  versions  of  foreign  names  made  in  a  brazilian  way  that  better  suits  our  language.

so, you're new to tumblr and you have no idea how to get into rping.

made this guide for your sakes as i've seen a lot of new heu roleplayers spawning in and seeming kind of lost on how this platform works and general rp etiquette. thought i'd make a guide based on both my experiences in prose rp tumblr and askblog tumblr.

keep in mind this mainly encompasses heu askblog culture, which does not seem to employ using icons or gifs as much as prose rp culture does, so this post will not cover that.

So you want to join the chaos… but don't have a character yet?

Welcome, newcomer! Maybe you've just arrived in the city, maybe you've watched from afar for a while, unsure if you can or should join in.

Let me tell you something: YOU CAN! And I'm here to help you figure out who you are in this city!

And hey... between you and me? Sometimes even I have no idea who I really am. But that's okay. Let's change that together, alright? After all, getting to know your character is a bit like getting to know yourself. One step at a time, one stat point at a time.

Don't worry, whether you come from pen & paper roots (hello fellow fossils) or grew up with computer games: Creating your OC can be just as fun as playing them.

Here's a character sheet to get your ideas flowing:

• BASIC STATS

NAME: Full name, alias or code name. AGE: Date of birth or approximate age SPECIES: Is your OC a human, a vampire, an animal? GENDER: Optional, but helpful for interaction. AFFILIATION: ADA? Port Mafia?* Guild? Independent? Government? Undecided? OCCUPATION: What do they do all day? (Barista? Assassin? Librarian by day, vigilante by night?) LIVING SITUATION: Do they have a place in the city? Want to be added to the map?

*Joining the Port Mafia? Decide which department your OC belongs to! Visit @join-the-pm to explore the options.

• APPEARANCE

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: Hair, eyes, posture, vibe, outfit (or just drop a pic* if that’s easier).

*You can create characters for free here

• PERSONALITY & TRAITS

DESCRIPTION: A few sentences on who they are. Are they loud, stoic, chaotic neutral? CORE TRAITS: Like, are they loyal, impulsive, cold, charming, awkward? STRENGTHS: Emotional intelligence? Combat skills? Money? Intimidation factor? WEAKNESSES: Bad at communication? Trust issues? Terrible cook? Always tired? GOALS: What do they want to achieve in their life?

• SPECIAL ABILITIES (Optional)

ABILITY NAME: Only if they have one; like BSD-style abilities or supernatural elements. EFFECT: What does the ability do? SIDE EFFECTS / COST: Weaknesses of the ability, if any (for example Akutagawa needs clothing to use Rashomon).

• OPTIONAL FUN ADD-ONS

VOICE HEADCANON: What kind of voice do they have? (Raspy? Gentle? Deep?) THEME SONG: Which song describes your character the best? QUOTE: For example: "I don't believe in fate. I believe in loaded guns and sharp timing." FUN FACT / QUIRK: For example: "has a pigeon friend", "collects expired coupons", "afraid of dolphins" RELATIONSHIP: Current relationships / connections (or open for plotting)

You can copy this into your blog, fill it out slowly or change it however you like. It's not a test! It is just here to help you start playing around with your idea. ♥

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GOOD LUCK! HAVE FUN!

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🔹 Step 2: You are here!

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hi everybody! my name is riley, and i'm a substance use counselor. i've worked in both inpatient and outpatient, i've been in this field since i was 19 and have been professionally working for 2 years. i'm currently in grad school for clinical social work, pursuing my lsw and my clinical licensure (lcsw). i wanted to write a guide on what it "means" to be a counselor! i will be discussing the specifics of a substance use counselor in another post. (it will be linked below.)

obviously i'm not trying to shame anyone who does write a sw character. we all (most of us) strive to do our best when it comes to creating well rounded representations of characters who are minorities or exist outside the social norm to some degree. however, i feel there is still much to be done in the way of opening up discussions about how to better represent s*x workers and unpacking a lot of the internalised wh0rephobia that (civilian) writers often have which ultimately impacts their writing and the way they may depict their characters who happen to be s*x workers.

but of course i'm also not interested in putting in all that time / effort in an attempt to offer an educational resource for people who are going to disregard it naturally because of the subject matter hence this interest check of sorts.

incorporating ask memes / meme days on discord rp !