character

Guide authors through targeted questions to create structured Markdown character documents.

14|6|Updated Jan 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/howells/fiction --skill character-howells
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: character
Source: https://github.com/howells/fiction/tree/main/skills/character
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/howells/fiction --skill character-howells

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Create comprehensive character documents by guiding authors through targeted questions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guided character questioning to uncover wants, needs, conflicts, and relationships
  • Produces a structured character document including Want vs. Need, The Lie, Ghost, Flaw, Arc trajectory, Voice samples, and Key Scenes
  • Supports creating new characters and revising existing character docs with the character-developer agent
  • Integrates with broader fiction-project workflows (characters, world, chapters)

Quick Start

Create a new character by issuing /character.

Frequently Asked Questions about character

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a structured character document for my story?

To create a structured character document, use an AI-guided questioning process that covers wants, needs, flaws, arcs, relationships, voice, and key scenes, ultimately generating a formatted Markdown file for your narrative.

What is the best way to develop a character's arc and voice for fiction writing?

Developing a character's arc and voice involves answering targeted questions about the Lie, Ghost, and Flaw to map the trajectory, producing a comprehensive document that records specific voice samples and key scenes.

Can I revise an existing character file without starting from scratch?

Yes, you can revise existing character files by using the character-developer agent to update specific attributes like relationships or arcs, modifying the structured Markdown output without recreating the entire document.

How do AI-assisted character documents integrate with broader fiction project workflows?

AI-assisted character documents integrate with broader fiction workflows by saving structured Markdown files into a designated characters directory, allowing world-building and chapter generation tools to reference the established attributes and relationship dynamics.

What do I need to generate character profiles with attributes like Want vs. Need and the Lie?

You need to initiate the character-developer agent to guide you through targeted prompts, answering questions about your character to automatically populate a structured Markdown file with attributes like Want vs. Need, the Lie, and Ghost.

Does guided character questioning work for both new and existing characters?

Guided character questioning works for both new and existing characters, supporting the creation of detailed profiles from scratch or the revision of established documents to refine attributes like flaws, arcs, and key scenes.