Answer questions honestly with a specific OC of yours in mind. Use space and/or arrows to change backdrops. There are 28 pages total, ending with a small note about characters scoring zero. Definition of cliché: a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought. Source for information and questions: redsnowfox at deviantart.com I modified some of her questions to make them more Scratcher-friendly, added a few of my own, and wrote my own character guide. :) WARNING. LONG TEST. Editing Log: 2-6-17: Added a small guide to animated series at the end. 2-21-17: Added a small note about characters scoring zero.
Many writers try to avoid having cliché characters, so I present to you the 'Cliché Test.' It will ask you some questions about your character, and give you a score based on how cliché it is. Please do not think that you have to re-write everything if one or more of your characters are cliché! If people still seem to like your idea then you should still go for it. Harry Potter is actually a VERY cliché character, according to this test, but sometimes that's what really appeals to readers, not something different. Many writers are so good, that even with a cliché character their amazing writing skills and plot make the story still amazing. Please don't think that cliché is always bad. I encourage everyone who takes this test to keep writing! Comment a link to your story in the comments, and I'll be happy to review it for you. Cliché is not always a bad thing. :)
