One thing that is always fun is learning about my characters as I write. I’ve introduced a few more characters than I had in Alchemist Rules that are likely to become a more permanent addition to the Cast of Characters. So far, the supporting characters in the series I have include:
- Elryn, Light Elf Warrior
- Li’alla, Dark Elf Warrior
- Nana, Dark Elf Matriarch
- Tuzren, Demon
- Fluffy, Vicious Chicken
- Sabine, Ironspell’s Mom
- Johann Henrik, Ghost
- Spaz, Werewolf Hacker
- Jimmy, Werewolf
- Luna, Werewolf
- Tobias St. Claire, Vampire
- Duncan, Idaho Springs Police Officer
- Smog, Dragon
- Arden, Wizard
- Alaric, Alpha of the Denver Wolf Pack
- Frank Winter, DWTF Wizard
Thinking About My Cast of Characters
I have other characters, but those are the ones off the top of my head. Every character, both major and minor, are unique in some fashion. It’s incredibly important, given the large cast of characters. I have to really think how to differentiate between those our hero is constantly dealing with on a day-to-day basis. They all can’t act the same or talk the same, so I have to keep that in mind when dealing with them.
Why So Many?
After looking at the list of those supporting, major, and minor characters I need to keep on hand, I gasp at the number. But then, I realize that like us, Ironspell knows a lot of people due to the nature of his work as a cop. Also, I remind myself that few people are actually hermits. We all meet plenty of people in our day-to-day lives. So, why shouldn’t Ironspell? The fun part is making them realistic and quirky.
Word Counts
With that, I leave you with my current word count for Elfshot: 47,122 words. Getting close to the end. Still have to write the big fight scene.
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