Sometimes it helps to write about other things to get started. Maybe come up with some personality traits or quirks that shape what sort of person they are. I find building a character from the back story up kind of hard. I guess the game helps somewhat to create a back story based on the character and race you chose but it's always a bit daunting at first.
I think starting with what they are about helps shape a back story for me. Once you have a personality and how they interact with others you can think about why and what made them that way then a back story becomes a bit easier in my opinion.
I always think a back story doesn't have to be too complicated for an MMO RP character either. You don't have to produce a novel for you to make a good character. You can allow the game world and experiences to shape the character more than their past. So better to start small than think about the big picture and feel daunted by the task of writing a huge piece.
Once you come up with a couple of ideas on other character areas i imagine you will get inspired and the back story will come.
I think starting with what they are about helps shape a back story for me. Once you have a personality and how they interact with others you can think about why and what made them that way then a back story becomes a bit easier in my opinion.
I always think a back story doesn't have to be too complicated for an MMO RP character either. You don't have to produce a novel for you to make a good character. You can allow the game world and experiences to shape the character more than their past. So better to start small than think about the big picture and feel daunted by the task of writing a huge piece.
Once you come up with a couple of ideas on other character areas i imagine you will get inspired and the back story will come.
