character-interview

Guide an 80-question interview to build character backstories and motivations.

1|Updated Dec 27, 2025

Search Tags:#development #writing #storytelling #character #interview #backstory #dossier

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/bybren-llc/seoul-identity --skill character-interview

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: character-interview
Source: https://github.com/bybren-llc/seoul-identity/tree/main/.claude/skills/character-interview
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bybren-llc/seoul-identity --skill character-interview

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a structured method to quickly uncover a character's background, psychology, and motivations, enabling richer and more consistent character development.

Core Features & Use Cases

80-question interview framework covering background, psychology, relationships, habits, and motivations to build backstories.
Use when creating new characters, refining existing ones, and aligning voice and motivation.

Quick Start

Begin the 80-question interview to generate a complete character dossier.

Frequently Asked Questions about character-interview

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

FAQPage Schema

What is the best way to build a character backstory for a novel?▼

A character interview framework automates deep profiling by guiding an 80-question interview to build rich backstory and motivation. It helps screenwriters, novelists, and game writers create new characters, refine voice, and plan narrative arcs.

How do I create a character dossier for game writing?▼

You start a character interview by invoking the skill with a YAML frontmatter containing the name and description. The framework then guides you through 80 questions to generate a complete character dossier for your storytelling needs.

Can I use a character interview framework to refine an existing character's voice?▼

Yes, you can use the character interview framework for novelists, screenwriters, and game writers. It supports creating new characters, refining existing ones, and aligning voice and motivation across various storytelling formats.

What do I need to start an 80-question character interview?▼

You can use the character interview framework with no dependencies. It requires only YAML frontmatter with name and description, explicit invocation triggers in SKILL.md, and a reusable interview template to generate a complete character dossier.

Does the character interview process cover character psychology and motivations?▼

To build a character backstory, you need YAML frontmatter with name and description, and a reusable interview template. Optional assets directories support extended development for screenwriters, novelists, and game writers.