You're not alone on this one. I'm coming up with new characters all the time that I like. Mostly because I read a lot of old books and I'm very easily inspired. What CJ said is pretty much the way to go about it. Think about the fact that you're interacting with others and you'll be building a story as the game progresses. That alone is what caused me to can my gruff loner and my introverted, rude scientist and settle for my knightly hero. Even after settling for my knight though, I found myself drawn to the NPCs I made for his back story and wanting to play them as well.
The real important things to think about in my opinion are:
1. Can I RP this character for an extended period of time without getting tired of him/her?
2. (not important for some) Will this character fit into a class or job that I enjoy playing?
3. Will this character be able to interact with the rest of the community? Being a jerk or a loner is fine if you know how to channel it, but if you think you'll end up RPing alone there's really not much point.
And then of course, the basics, like "Does he/she fit into the lore?" and things of that nature.
This was kind of a rushed post, since I'm about to head to work, but I hope it helped a little. I'd be glad to read the links you provided and give you some real character feedback later today or tomorrow though if you want. Just PM me.
The real important things to think about in my opinion are:
1. Can I RP this character for an extended period of time without getting tired of him/her?
2. (not important for some) Will this character fit into a class or job that I enjoy playing?
3. Will this character be able to interact with the rest of the community? Being a jerk or a loner is fine if you know how to channel it, but if you think you'll end up RPing alone there's really not much point.
And then of course, the basics, like "Does he/she fit into the lore?" and things of that nature.
This was kind of a rushed post, since I'm about to head to work, but I hope it helped a little. I'd be glad to read the links you provided and give you some real character feedback later today or tomorrow though if you want. Just PM me.
