Is being a Mary Sue bad?

And the biggest Mary Sue of them all, Luke Skywalker. But if we look beyond the narrative or technical laziness to the idea of what a Mary Sue is, it’s not inherently a bad thing. If you pare it down to its essence, a Mary Sue is simply a character who is remarkable, heroic, inspiring.

How do I make my character not a Mary Sue?

So avoid writing a Sue/Stu character by going deep: ask big questions of your characters and give them unique flaws. Make sure to give them a strong, clear purpose in your story– a purpose that even your reader will be able to explain to their friends.

What does Mary Sue look like?

What Does a Mary Sue Look Like? A “Mary Sue” is either a female or male (sometimes called a “Gary Stu”) character who embodies the perfect hero/heroine. Often, she is an idealized version of the author herself. Mary Sues are usually beautiful, talented, have few or no flaws, and are loved by everyone.

Why are character flaws important in writing?

Character flaws are a tremendously important aspect of character creation and development, and there are many reasons why. It makes the story interesting, and it helps readers form a connection with the main characters. When a character is created without any deliberate flaws, they tend to become perfect, or even “godlike” depending on the story.

How do you write a character with believable flaws?

Giving characters believable flaws isn’t as easy as just rolling dice and sticking some random traits on them. In order to make a character feel authentic, you need to craft their faults carefully based on the type of character they are, and what you want them to be.

What are the 62 character flaws?

The Ultimate List of 62 Character Flaws 1 Absent-Minded 2 Addict 3 Ambitious 4 Arrogant 5 Bigoted 6 Braggart 7 Cheater 8 Clingy 9 Clueless 10 Cowardly

How can I give my character more vices and flaws?

There are plenty more vices and flaws you can give your character. And remember: flaws can also be good qualities. So if you want to expand this list even more, think of a good quality your character has and take it to an extreme level. Voila! Another character flaw.