Make a Homestuck Character: Troll & Kid Guide

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The Homestuck webcomic presents a vast universe with unique rules, and its Fandom Wiki provides a treasure trove of information for eager fans. Are you ready to dive in and make a Homestuck character, perhaps a mischievous Troll or a heroic Kid, but feeling a little lost in the details? The character creation process involves understanding aspects like quirks, blood colors, and classpects. This guide is like your own personal Andrew Hussie, offering tips and tricks to help you make a Homestuck character that truly shines!

Unleash Your Inner Creator: A Guide to Crafting Awesome Homestuck Characters!

So, you’re itching to dive into the world of Homestuck character creation? Fantastic! Whether you’re dreaming up a kick-butt Troll or a relatable Kid, this guide is your best friend. We’re going to break down the process step-by-step, making it super easy and fun to design your own unique Homestuck characters! Let’s get started!

Firstly, let’s consider the two fundamental types of Homestuck characters you’ll likely want to create: Kids and Trolls. They each have their own distinct flavor and set of rules, so it’s vital to understand their core differences before you even pick up your virtual pencil (or real one, if that’s your jam!).

• Kids: Think relatable, human, and often a little bit awkward! They’re grounded in reality (well, mostly!) and their powers and abilities usually develop over time.
• Trolls: Get ready for some alien weirdness! Trolls have a complex social hierarchy, unique biology, and a whole lotta attitude. Think colorful blood, horns, and super-specific interests.

Diving Deep: Building Your Kid Character

Kids might seem straightforward, but there’s still plenty of room for creativity! Here’s a breakdown:

1. Basic Info:

   • Name: Keep it relatively normal, but feel free to play with nicknames or quirks.
   • Age: Somewhere between 13 and 16 is typical.
   • Appearance: What do they look like? Think about their build, hairstyle, clothing style – anything that makes them visually unique.
   • Personality: Are they shy and bookish? Outgoing and energetic? A grumpy gamer?

2. Interests and Hobbies:

   • What do they do for fun? Video games? Drawing? Cosplay? Their interests will shape their interactions and story.

3. Their Connection to SBURB (or SGRUB):

   • Gameplay Style: Do they play aggressively? Supportively? Or are they utterly clueless?
   • God Tier: While you don’t have to decide this right away, it’s fun to think about their potential God Tier title based on their personality and actions (e.g., Knight of Time, Mage of Space).

4. Relationships:

   • Consider how they interact with other characters, both in and out of the game. Who are their friends? Their rivals?

5. Strife Specibus

   • What weapons or techniques will your kid use in battle?

Troll Time: Crafting Your Alien Friend

Now for the fun part: designing a Troll! This is where you can really let your imagination run wild.

Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Blood Color: This is HUGE. It dictates their place in the social hierarchy (the Hemospectrum).

   • Consider the traits associated with different blood colors:
     • Burgundy/Bronze: Lower class, often have unique psychic abilities
     • Gold: Mid-range, can be healers or leaders
     • Jade: Responsible and nurturing, often associated with the Mother Grub
     • Teal/Cerulean: Often associated with law enforcement or military
     • Blue: Often associated with royalty or noble heritage
     • Indigo: Often associated with brute strength and military roles
     • Purple: Cult leaders, often associated with the Juggalos
     • Violet/Tyrian: Royalty, often associated with high social standing
     • Fuchsia/Magenta: Royalty, seadwellers, highest social standing.

2. Trolltag: A unique username that reflects their personality or interests. Get creative!

3. Lusus: Their animal guardian! These are often weird and wonderful creatures.

4. Typing Quirk: Trolls have distinctive typing styles. This is where you can inject a lot of personality. (e.g., replacing "I" with "1", using ALL CAPS, etc.)

5. Horns: Shape and size matters! It is really a way to get creative and represent a trolls personality.

6. Fetch Modus: A unique inventory system for accessing items.

7. Strife Specibus: Same as Kids.

To make this easier to visualize, here’s a quick table:

Feature	Kid	Troll
Base	Human	Troll
Blood Color	N/A	Crucial aspect of identity and status
Trolltag	N/A	Unique username reflecting personality
Lusus	N/A	Their guardian creature.
Typing Quirk	Standard	Unique to each troll.
Horns	N/A	Design unique and creative horns.
Fetch Modus	N/A	Invent an interesting storage system

Making Them Unique: Adding the Details

Now that you have the basic framework, it’s time to add the details that make your character truly special!

• Backstory: What experiences have shaped them?
• Motivations: What drives them? What are their goals?
• Flaws: Nobody’s perfect! Give them some weaknesses to make them relatable.

Remember: The most important thing is to have fun and let your creativity shine! Don’t be afraid to experiment and break the mold. The world of Homestuck is vast and diverse, so there’s plenty of room for your own unique characters to thrive!

So, have fun creating your own fan characters! Hopefully, this guide gave you some great starting points and inspiration to make a Homestuck character, whether it’s a troll or a kid. Go wild, get creative, and most importantly, enjoy the process!