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= Characters =
== Overview ==
== Overview ==
'''[[Characters]]''' in the [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]] platform represent the narrative and emotional core of your [[New_Project|projects]].
In [[ACT3AI|ACT 3 AI]], '''Characters''' are the narrative foundation of every project. 
They are the people, creatures, or personas that drive the plot forward and interact within your [[Scenes|scenes]] and [[Shots|shots]].
They define identity, traits, relationships, and emotional arcs—ensuring stories feel authentic and consistent. 
Character creation in ACT 3 AI combines traditional storytelling techniques with AI-powered customization, allowing you to define both personality and performance attributes.
Characters can be expressed in scripts, visualized through [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]], and animated within [[2D_&_3D_Sets|2D & 3D Sets]].
 
== Character Sheets ==
A character sheet captures essential details for each persona. This ensures continuity across [[Scenes|scenes]], [[Shots|shots]], and even entire series.
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Field
! Description
! Example
|-
| Name
| Character’s given name
| Helen Caldwell
|-
| Role
| Narrative function or job
| Co-Founder, Mentor
|-
| Age
| Numerical or range
| 36
|-
| Traits
| Distinctive personality markers
| Principled, Empathetic, Analytical
|-
| Relationships
| Links to other characters
| Married to [[Adrian Caldwell]], co-founder
|-
| Visual Notes
| Hair, clothing, physical quirks
| Dark hair, professional attire, calm gestures
|-
| Voice / Audio
| Assigned [[Audio_Tracks|voice profile]]
| Warm mezzo-soprano with steady pacing
|}


Whether you are creating realistic human actors, animated figures, or entirely fictional beings, the [[Characters]] system works in harmony with [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] and the [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] to ensure consistency and depth throughout your project.
== Character Arcs ==
Characters in ACT 3 AI evolve over time. The [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] can assist in generating arcs automatically:
* '''Flat Arc:''' Character reinforces the story theme without major change. 
* '''Growth Arc:''' Character learns, overcomes flaws, and transforms. 
* '''Fall Arc:''' Character declines into corruption, weakness, or tragedy. 
* '''Multi-Arc:''' Complex transformation across episodes or sequels.


== Key Features ==
Arc progression ties directly into [[Story_Structure|Acts → Scenes → Shots]].
* '''Character Profiles:''' Define names, roles, backstory, personality traits, and relationships.
* '''AI-Generated Suggestions:''' The [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] can auto-generate character concepts based on your [[Script_Editor|script]] or [[Story_Beats|story beats]].
* '''Custom Visuals:''' Link characters to specific [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] for appearance and performance.
* '''Wardrobe and Props:''' Assign costumes, accessories, and props tied to each scene or act.
* '''Emotional Tone:''' Pre-define emotional states for [[Scenes|scenes]] and [[Shots|shots]] (e.g., happy, tense, afraid).
* '''Continuity Management:''' Lock character traits across the [[Timeline View|timeline]] to maintain story consistency.


== Creating a Character ==
== Example Workflow ==
# Open the '''[[Characters|Characters]]''' panel from the [[Editor|Editor]] sidebar or during [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] setup.
{| class="wikitable"
# Click '''Create New Character'''.
! Step
# Fill in:
! Action
## '''Name''' and '''Role''' (e.g., protagonist, antagonist, mentor).
! Result
## '''Backstory''' – personal history, motivations, key events.
|-
## '''Visual Link''' – select a [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actor]] for appearance.
| 1
## '''Wardrobe & Props''' – choose from the [[Asset library|asset library]].
| [[Import_Script|Import Script]] with character names
# Assign the character to relevant [[Scenes|scenes]] and [[Shots|shots]].
| Auto-generated draft character list
# Save and reuse the character profile across the project.
|-
| 2
| Build detailed character sheets
| Profiles with roles, traits, arcs
|-
| 3
| Convert to [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]]
| Assign voices, looks, gestures
|-
| 4
| Place characters into [[2D_&_3D_Sets|2D & 3D Sets]]
| Visual staging and cinematography
|-
| 5
| Render via [[Build_Video|Build Video]]
| Final output with consistent characters
|}


== Integration in Workflow ==
== Tips ==
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] – Generates characters based on the plot outline.
* Define backstories for richer AI-generated dialogue.
* [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] – Bring visual and motion realism to characters.
* Use consistent [[Facial_Expressions|facial expressions]] and [[Camera_Angles|camera angles]] to preserve emotional tone.
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] – Assign dialogue and stage directions to specific characters.
* Map relationships for better ensemble storytelling.
* [[Top_Down_View|Top-Down View]] – Place characters in the set layout.
* Reuse characters in the [[Media_Library|Media Library]] to build continuity across projects.
* [[Storyboard_Panels|Storyboard & Panels]] – Visually position characters in each shot.
* [[Build_Video|Build Video]] – Render complete performances.


== Tips for Best Results ==
== See Also ==
* Define main characters early in pre-production for stronger plot alignment.
* [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]] 
* Use AI suggestions for supporting characters to quickly populate your world.
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]] 
* Match wardrobe and style to the theme and tone of your project.
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]] 
* Keep emotional consistency across multiple acts and scenes.
* [[Story_Structure|Story Structure]] 
* [[2D_&_3D_Sets|2D & 3D Sets]] 
* [[Audio_Tracks|Audio Tracks]] 
* [[Camera_Angles|Camera Angles]] 


== Related Pages ==
[[Category:ACT 3 AI Features]]
* [[Digital_Actors|Digital Actors]]
* [[AI_Wizard|AI Wizard]]
* [[Script_Editor|Script Editor]]
* [[Scenes]]
* [[Shots]]
* [[Timeline|Timeline Editing]]
* [[Asset library|Asset Library]]


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Revision as of 07:58, 21 August 2025

Characters

Overview

In ACT 3 AI, Characters are the narrative foundation of every project. They define identity, traits, relationships, and emotional arcs—ensuring stories feel authentic and consistent. Characters can be expressed in scripts, visualized through Digital Actors, and animated within 2D & 3D Sets.

Character Sheets

A character sheet captures essential details for each persona. This ensures continuity across scenes, shots, and even entire series.

Field Description Example
Name Character’s given name Helen Caldwell
Role Narrative function or job Co-Founder, Mentor
Age Numerical or range 36
Traits Distinctive personality markers Principled, Empathetic, Analytical
Relationships Links to other characters Married to Adrian Caldwell, co-founder
Visual Notes Hair, clothing, physical quirks Dark hair, professional attire, calm gestures
Voice / Audio Assigned voice profile Warm mezzo-soprano with steady pacing

Character Arcs

Characters in ACT 3 AI evolve over time. The AI Wizard can assist in generating arcs automatically:

  • Flat Arc: Character reinforces the story theme without major change.
  • Growth Arc: Character learns, overcomes flaws, and transforms.
  • Fall Arc: Character declines into corruption, weakness, or tragedy.
  • Multi-Arc: Complex transformation across episodes or sequels.

Arc progression ties directly into Acts → Scenes → Shots.

Example Workflow

Step Action Result
1 Import Script with character names Auto-generated draft character list
2 Build detailed character sheets Profiles with roles, traits, arcs
3 Convert to Digital Actors Assign voices, looks, gestures
4 Place characters into 2D & 3D Sets Visual staging and cinematography
5 Render via Build Video Final output with consistent characters

Tips

  • Define backstories for richer AI-generated dialogue.
  • Use consistent facial expressions and camera angles to preserve emotional tone.
  • Map relationships for better ensemble storytelling.
  • Reuse characters in the Media Library to build continuity across projects.

See Also

Contact Us if you have any problems using our product, or if you have questions.

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