Character Traits (d100)

Some character traits to help come up with characters.

Roll a couple and come up with a character that makes sense for them.

d100 Result

1

In massive debt.

2

In a long-term relationship.

3

Recently broke up or divorced.

4

Takes pride in their appearance.

5

Has children, but may not be the one raising them.

6

Insecure about friendships, can't tell if people are laughing with them or at them.

7

Has a jovial demeanour that only cracks sometimes.

8

Enthusiastic sports fan.

9

Doesn't like to admit when they're wrong or don't know something.

10

Is a teddy bear, gives amazing hugs.

11

Will go out of their way to help people without fuss or comment or looking for thanks.

12

Doesn't know how to accept compliments.

13

Former convict.

14

Former addict or alcoholic.

15

Current addict or alcoholic.

16

Has no long term plans.

17

Devoutly religious or spiritual.

18

Theoretically religious but doesn't take it too seriously.

19

Strongly identifies with their cultural history.

20

Avid reader of a genre you wouldn't expect.

21

Likes to draw or doodle.

22

Always looks distracted when talking to people.

23

Intensely focuses on people when they're talking. Might make them feel important, might make them feel uncomfortable.

24

Tries to turn everything in to a joke.

25

Aspiring artist.

26

Has a hobby or interest they're embarrassed about, even though it's not that bad. Hates when their friends lovingly tease them about it.

27

Wants to write a book or script but is struggling.

28

Is deeply unhappy with their life but tries to hide it.

29

Always willing to listen and provide a shoulder to cry on.

30

Reliable, trustworthy, and good at keeping secrets.

31

Compulsive gossip.

32

Uncomfortable in emotional situations.

33

Spends most of their time in a world of their own (eg looking at their phone or with headphones in or just not paying attention to people).

34

Hates being alone.

35

Short tempered.

36

Pretty chill and mellow about everything.

37

Restless, fidgety or constantly needs to be doing something.

38

Gets performance or social anxiety.

39

Can't stand the thought of their friends not getting along. Constantly tries to mediate disputes and force friendships.

40

Can be read like an open book.

41

Boisterous and physically affectionate towards friends. Maybe a bit too roughly.

42

Doesn't like people in their personal space.

43

Is trying to escape or move on from something.

44

Genuinely appreciative of even small kindnesses.

45

Hides behind an aggressive demeanour.

46

Is worried that they're unqualified or not good enough for what they're supposed to be doing.

47

Is experienced at driving or operating something people wouldn't expect.

48

Tries too hard to fit in.

49

Comes across as mildly condescending.

50

Is nosy. Maybe likes knowing things that aren't their business or just doesn't know when something isn't their business.

51

Great dancer.

52

Is happy to look like a fool for fun.

53

Believes in some weird conspiracy theories, alternative medicines or similar. Tries to act like they're joking or don't really believe it but you can tell.

54

Is afraid they'll turn out like their mother/father.

55

Keeps falling for people they're clearly not suited for.

56

Very stoic or has bitchy resting face.

57

Actively involved in promoting an issue such as the environment, feminism, racial equality, or the oxford comma.

58

Likes to keep things clean, tidy or orderly.

59

A bit of a slob, tends to have messy spaces.

60

Constantly reuses the same joke(s).

61

Loves dad jokes, puns, or innuendos.

62

Forgetful or absent minded.

63

Often feels stupid or uneducated and is insecure or defensive about it.

64

Makes crude jokes or comments.

65

Overshares.

66

Full of anecdotes that may or may not be true.

67

Cynical or pessimistic.

68

Optimistic; or at least tries to keep spirits up.

69

Tends to take charge (or at least tries to).

70

Hates taking charge; fears the responsibility of leadership and is more comfortable just following along.

71

Gullible, naive, or perhaps just too trusting.

72

Has something to hide and it constantly makes them on edge.

73

Doesn't like silence.

74

Is overqualified or overeducated for what they do, or are working in a field completely different from their education.

75

Used to be in the military, police, fire department, or similar.

76

Gets really in to group pride (eg for their school, local sports team, crew, workgroup etc). Perhaps good naturedly, perhaps overly competitively.

77

Is overly concerned with seeming "cool" or afraid of looking silly. Acts too cool for whatever other people are doing.

78

Energetic or generally enthusiastic.

79

Loves to goof off or shirk responsibility in the name of fun.

80

Takes responsibilities very seriously even if it means ruining people's fun sometimes.

81

Very frugal. Maybe they're saving for something or maybe their past taught them the value of money.

82

Frivolous with resources. Eats food because it's there; spends money on unimportant things as soon as they have it.

83

Has one particular expensive thing they dream of getting such as a house, a boat, a sports car, or a trip around the world.

84

Perhaps too cautious; tends to pack too much when going anywhere but on the plus side is prepared for any situation.

85

Is a bit of a perfectionist.

86

Prone to mood swings or is easily irritated by small things.

87

Tendency to state the obvious.

88

Thinks out loud or talks to self.

89

Very self-critical or self-defacing.

90

Doesn't like to rely on others.

91

Doubles down on their opinions when challenged.

92

Prone to pettiness, resentment, or holding grudges. Remembers even small slights.

93

Flamboyant or likes being the centre of attention.

94

Total hotty.

95

Has a strong moral compass.

96

Has unnerving bouts of anger or violence.

97

Forms sentimental attachments to objects and animals.

98

Has one significant item they never go without. Could be a lucky coin, a wedding ring on a necklace, their father's sword, a friendship bracelet or a favourite scarf.

99

Has a niggling injury or significant scar.

100

Is a bit clumsy, has shaky hands or somehow keeps giving themselves small injuries.