The Best Original Character TIPS, tricks and RESOURCES

This page is your go-to guide for everything you need to enhance your character creation, character design, art, and storytelling skills. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your craft, our collection of expert advice, step-by-step tutorials, and resources offers support for every stage of your creative journey.

From developing compelling backstories to mastering the art of character design, we've got you covered. Elevate your characters, enrich your worlds, and transform your ideas into reality with the tools and knowledge found here.

Latest Character Resource

How to Write DnD Session Notes (Best Notes Apps & Pro Tips)

Keep your campaign organized with the DND note apps that help you track session recaps, characters, lore, quests, and world details in one place.

The Ultimate Guide to Daggerheart Character Sheets (With Templates You’ll Actually Use)

Download a free Daggerheart character sheet PDF and learn how to build your hero, track stats, gear, Hope, Stress, and story in CharacterHub.

How to Fill Out Your DnD Character Sheet Like a Pro: 5e Guide+ Example Character

Learn how to build a DnD character sheet step by step, from stats to skills and lore. Create, customize, and track your hero with CharacterHub for better play!

Ultimate DnD 5e Character Sheet Template: Fillable PDF for Stats, Lore, and More!

Download a free dnd-5e-character-sheet template and learn stats, skills, gear, and leveling in one beginner-friendly guide built for players and DMs online now.

How to Build a Character Timeline: Easy Steps and Pro Tips

Learn how to build a character timeline that organizes backstory, tracks growth, and turns scattered notes into stronger stories for writers, players, and DMs.

D&D Campaign Manager Guide: Best Tools and Tips for Dungeon Masters

February 27, 2026

Master your D&D campaigns with tools for tracking characters, maps, timelines, and combat. Discover how CharacterHub keeps stories organized and players hooked.

Canon-Based Character (CBC) Guide: What it is, How to Create, and Where to Post

October 2, 2025

New to Canon-Based Characters (CBCs)? This guide explains what CBCs are, how to create them, common mistakes to avoid, and where to post them online!

Female Body References For Character Drawings

Explore diverse female body reference tips for artists—shape language, anatomy, and cartooning insights from a character design perspective.

Male Body References For Character Drawings

November 22, 2024

Find male body references for character drawings! Explore tips, tools, and resources to master sketching male forms. Start drawing today!

Hair Drawing References For Character Design (Male and Female Hair Included!)

October 29, 2024

Discover essential hair drawing references for character design, including male and female hairstyles, anime and cartoon examples, shapes, and details. Learn realistic and iconic hair drawing tricks!

What is Art Fight and How It Works

October 28, 2024

Learn about ArtFight, how it works, and why character creators on CharacterHub love it. Discover exciting examples, insights from creators and what makes ArtFight so engaging.

Feet Drawing References For Character Drawings

September 30, 2024

Discover the best feet drawing references for character art, including anatomy, anime feet, and female foot references. Perfect for mastering foot details and toes!

Simple vs. Dynamic Characters: Simple Guide, Examples, And Tips!

September 27, 2024

Discover the differences between dynamic and static characters with this simple guide. Learn how dynamic characters evolve, see examples, and get tips on when to use dynamic vs. static characters in storytelling. Understand the roles of characters who change and grow as the story progresses.

What is an Original Character Tournament?: How To Participate In or Host One!

September 9, 2024

Learn everything about Original Character Tournaments (OCs): how to participate, host your own, and engage in exciting character battles like Art Fight. Explore the world of OC tournaments and character competitions!

Everything You Need To Know About Fan Characters

September 6, 2024

Discover everything you need to know about fan characters, including how they’re created, their role in fandoms, and tips for designing your own unique fan character

The Ultimate Original Character Profile Maker - Tool for OC Sheets!

September 2, 2024

Get your OCs organized with the ultimate OC Profile Maker! Perfect for keeping track of your characters' details—like stats, relationships, and backstories—this tool lets you customize everything to fit your style. Easy to use and super flexible, it’s the go-to for original character creators.

Leg Drawing Reference For Character Design

August 26, 2024

Find perfect leg drawing references for character design. Explore leg anatomy, muscular details, and diverse poses with our comprehensive leg reference guide.

What is an Imaginary Character and How To Write Them

August 21, 2024

Learn what an imaginary character is and discover expert tips on how to write compelling and memorable imaginary characters in your stories.

What is a Kinsona?

Learn what a kinsona is with our detailed definition and guide. Discover how to make your own kinsona and explore this unique character concept.

What Is A Round Character? Explanation, Examples, and How To Make One!

Discover what a round character is with examples and tips on how to create them. Learn about round characters in literature and movies for dynamic storytelling.

What Is A Flat Character? Explanation, Examples, and How To Avoid It!

Discover what a flat character is with examples and tips on how to avoid them in your stories. Learn about flat characters in literature and movies.

Arm Drawing References For Character Design

Find the best arm drawing references for character design. Explore arm anatomy, arm poses, muscle details, and reference photos for accurate drawings.

What is a Sona?

Discover the meaning of a 'sona,' how to create one, and the differences between 'sona' and 'OC' in this comprehensive guide on what is a sona and sona OCs.

How to Draw A Dragon: With Anatomy and References

Master the art of drawing dragons! Learn dragon anatomy with our guide on dragon wing anatomy, detailed references, and tips for perfecting your dragon anatomy drawings!

Eye Drawing References For Character Design

Unlock your creativity with our comprehensive eye drawing references for character design. Explore anime, cartoon, and realistic eye references to perfect your art.

How To Write A Captivating Backstory And Lore For Your Characters (With Examples)

Create an engaging original-character-backstory with our guide! Learn tips and see examples to write captivating backstories and lore for your characters.

How To Design A Video Game Character: Step By Step Process With Tips and Tricks

Discover top tips for gaming character design! Enhance your game with expert advice on character design in gaming and create unforgettable game characters.

How To Make An Amazing Character Design Sheet (aka Model, Turnaround, or Rotation Sheets)

People call them character design sheets, model sheets, character concept sheets, style sheets, rotation templates, or character turnaround templates. Call it how you want but here's how to create one!

What Is A Character Arc? Examples And How To Write Them

Learn about character arcs, their types, and examples. Discover how to write compelling character arcs for your stories and find character arc definitions and meanings.

OC Drawing: Step By Step Instructions on How to Draw an OC

Master OC drawing with expert tips! Learn how to draw an OC from ideation, refining, and final design. All OC drawing techniques, and character drawing tips you'll ever need.

How To Make Character Concept Art: A Guide To Developing Character Designs

Discover tips for creating compelling character concept art. Explore shape, texture, exaggeration, and color theory to enhance your character design concepts.