Here is a nice page were you can have your OC's rated by a test, or reviewed by me, or maybe just show it off to fellow RPer's. This is okay for use, the post can be as fancy as you want, but follow the rules, yadayadah...
But really, this was made to help those who want to check your OC, or maybe you feel confident and want to show off. But anyway, enjoy!
And GOD please, no hate will be sent here. Or else.
But really, this was made to help those who want to check your OC, or maybe you feel confident and want to show off. But anyway, enjoy!
And GOD please, no hate will be sent here. Or else.
OC Test- Don't be Butthurt!
Does the character's name (first, middle, last, or hero name, nickname, etc) in any way resemble your name (first, middle, last, pen, or screen name, nickname, nick's name, imagined nickname)?
...If so, then stop now.
...DON'T do it.
...EVER.
...For ANY reason.
Is the character's birth name an unusual spelling of a common name? (1)
Is the hero name an English word or a variation thereof that appears much less commonly as a proper name? (The word "destiny" most commonly refers to something other than a person, while "Ray" and "Frank" usually refer to people, not beams and hotdogs.) (1)
...Does the word have mystical or mysterious leanings? (2)
...Is the name of the character "Shadow?" (50,000 and Stop it)
Did the character give him/herself a hero name so that s/he "wouldn't forget something?" (2)
Would you ever take the name upon yourself or name a pet the character's name? (2)
Does the character have a foreign name or foreign sounding name (Latin, Greek, French, Gaelic, whatever) without ACTUALLY being foreign by blood? (2)
...Is the name Japanese? (10 and God have mercy on your soul)
Is the character's name a correlation to any other Teen Titan's name? (2)
...Is it anything followed by the word "fire?" (e.g. Greenfire, Redfire, Moonfire, Buttfire...) (4)
...Is it ANY type of bird? (e.g. Crow, Sparrow...) (4)
Does the character have a birth name...
...that s/he doesn't remember? (3)
...that is somehow tied to his/her destiny? (5)
...that the other Titans frequently call him/her by? (-1)
...that is common? ("Common" means you'd have to give a last name to identify him/her in a room full of people like "Emily" or "Mohammed") (-2)
Does the character have a name besides a birth or hero name that is particularly unusual? (Like a PIN number or something) (0 if it's a Vocaliod or something, 3 if not)
Does the title of the story in any way refer to the character? (e.g. A New Titan, The Stranger, The Hot Angsty Blonde That Saved The Z Warriors And Seduced Goku, etc) (4)
...Does the title of the first chapter contain a description or a pun on the name of the character? (e.g. Flower Petals for a character named Rose) (1)
One more time, if the character's name is the same as your pen name, stop HERE.
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Let's Get Physical
Remember all that stuff about beauty only being skin deep and looks not being important? Semi-Untruthful. Physical appearance just might be one of the most important characteristics of a character: it provides first impressions, constant visual reminders, and a mental image for the reader to carry. If a lot of the questions in this section apply to your character, really think about what that means for him/her. But, one rule. Don't make them look like they belong in Hooter's.
Is the character physically described with in the first two pages (12 point, single spaced, text document) of the story? (1)
...In the first paragraph? (10 and your character isn't as pretty as you think)
...In the first sentence? (10 and a Beardpunch from Chuck Norris)
Is the character ever described in the story (by whichever narrator) as being attractive? (2)
...Are the words "hot," "sexy," or "bad***" ever used? (3)
...Do any of the Canon Characters ever feel jealous because of the character's beauty? (4)
Would you consider the character attractive (if you were of the corresponding sexuality)? Be honest, it's only one point. (2)
Does the character have acne? Not a-pimple-the-day-before-the-big-dance, but average-pubescent-angst acne (-3, and props)
Does the character have an unusual eye color? (1)
Does the eye color...
...require more than one word to describe completely? (Hyphens count) (2)
...not require more than a word to describe, but more are used anyway? (2)
...not occur naturally in humans? (1)
... begin glowing in accordance with (over)use of his/her powers? (Ignore if more than eye color changes, such as Raven or Beast Boy's transformations) (2)
... ...If so, does it become red? (1)
... ...Does it become white? (1)
... ...Does it change colors depending on which power s/he is using? (4 points for each color)
Does the character have unusual hair color? (1)
...Or more than one streak color? (1)
Does the character have unusual hair length? (People think waist length is unusual, they are stupid, my hair used to be waist length) (2)
Does the character have a noticeable scar or tattoo? (1)
...Does it have a troubling story behind it? (3)
Is the character blind or mute? (1)
...Does s/he have any compensation for it? (Mental powers, Daredevil-like abilities, etc.) (1)
...Does the compensation make the character more powerful than a normal person? (1)
Is the character the same gender as you? (0)
...If not (I'm not sure I believe you, and -1)
Is the character any part angel, demon, vampire, or other mystical being? (5, depends on fandom)
Is the character an inter-special breed? (i.e. a catgirl [OMG so kawaii!], foxdemongirl [kitsune-chan!], cowrabbitmermaidwench [...], etc.) (500,000,000 and burn it in a fire)
...Do others look down upon him/her because of that? (2)
...Does the character have benefits of both races with reduced consequences of their drawbacks? (2)
...Does the character have drawbacks but NOT benefits of any of the races? Nice. (-2)
Is the character stick-skinny like Beast Boy or Terra but (conveniently) has super strength? (2)
Does the character have...
...(if male) toned muscles that are described within the story? (2)
...(if female) "curves" that are described in the story? (2)
... ...Did you feel tingling sensations while writing the story? (10,000 and Take a shower)
Is the character physically underdeveloped - if a girl, in the middle of puberty but regularly confused for a guy; if a boy, lacking real muscle definition? (-1)
Does the character wear a skirt, long boots, or a tube top into battle regularly? (Yeah, I know some cannon characters do, but...) (4)
Does the character wear a lot of black or leather? (3)
Does the character resemble you physically? (2)
Does the character resemble what you would like to look like? (2)
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Before and After, Past and Personality
Here it is: the real substance of a character. A character's personality defines who s/he is and how s/he interacts with the world around him/her. Typically, this is where Mary Sue attributes begin showing through and originality reigns as king; because in the end, who a character was is not nearly as interesting as who s/he is and will be.
Does the character fit the "prep" or "goth" image? (4)
...If so, are you a "prep" or a "goth?" (1, because it's not your fault if you are.)
...If not, does the character resemble you in personality? (3)
Is the character regularly stoic? (2)
Is the character angsty? (You're only lying to yourself...) (1)
Do all the Titans immediately like the character? (2)
...Is the character rebellious or irreverent and still beloved (or beloved by all except one cannon character)? (1)
...Does s/he make snarky comebacks at the cannon character all time, yet the others instantly respect him/her? (2)
Was the character based on a preexisting comic/cartoon character during creation? (1)
...Could the character be consider a fe/male version of another cannon character? (2)
Is the character in any way non-canonly related to any cannon character? (1)
...Is the character a child of a cannon character? (1)
...Is the character a childhood friend of a cannon character? (3)
Is the character royalty of any type? (1)
...Does s/he not know about it at the beginning of the story? (2)
...Does s/he know about it, but run away because it's boring, strict, or s/he was being forced to marry someone against his/her will? (2)( That spells Meenah right there guys.)
Does the character have any undesirable personality flaws? Flaws that one would not sanely desire like selfish greed, crippling apathy, narcissism at the consequence of others' safety, paralyzing pessimism, unsympathetic and unreasonable phobias, etc. (I'ma tell you right now: extreme naivety does not count, and neither does gullibility, stubbornness, or acrophobia/hydrophobia, and if they have ANY of these, add 5.) (-3)
Does the character never do anything wrong, or have a strong justification for it if s/he does? (2)
...On the other side, does the character consistently mess up and receive forgiveness easily? (4)
Does the character suffer persistent guilt for something in his/her past? (1)
...Is that past somehow connected to the present crisis? (2)
...Is it a "new enemy that is terrorizing the cannon characters, but how is the new stranger connected to him?" (1)
...Does somebody eventually convince him/her it's not his/her fault? (2)
The Past: Add points if an event occurred in the character's life.
...Parents died at an early age (1)
...Born/forced into slavery or thieving (2)
...Lived in extreme poverty (1)
...Only survivor of disaster (3)
...Victim of domestic abuse (2)
...Sexually abused (4)
...Exiled or outcast (2)
...Born illegitimately (2)
...Suffered from temporary or permanent amnesia (1)
Does the character have a good singing voice? (2, Also stop and ask yourself what that really has to do with the plot. I mean, really...?)
Does the character play an instrument very well? (1)
...Does it come up in the first or second chapter? (1)
...Is it a guitar? (3)
...Do you play that instrument? (1)
...If not, do you wish you could? (2)
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With Great Power, Comes Great Unbelievability
This is very hard to be objective about. Inside every author is the desire for his or her character to be the coolest, baddest, most mind-numbingly awesome fighter ever to roam the streets, and that is exactly where the problem lies. Every author wants that. When granting powers to a character, one must exert self-control in its fullest extent to avoid the disastrous route to Mary Sue.
Is the character ever described as being a "genius?" (1)
Does the character have the ability of...
...telepathy? (If unusual among his/her race) (2)
...empathy? (10)
...shapeshifting? (2)
...superspeed? (Not like quick flight or reflexes, but like Flash speed) (1)
...invincibility or immortality? (3)
...flight without wings? (If unusual among his/her race) (1)
Does the character ever discover powers s/he never knew s/he had? (1)
Does the character use a sharp or piercing weapon? (3)
...That doesn't pierce? (Pul-eez) (2)
...That is used for mass beheadings and badass vigilantism? (1)
Is the character the last living user of a form of magic or martial arts? (Including "...or so he thinks!") (2)
...Does the master who taught him/her die before or during the story? (1)
Does the character have a pet animal or spirit? (1)
...Is the pet not a traditionally domesticated animal? (1)
...Does it somehow contribute to his/her fighting skills? (2)
Does the character have a devastating "finishing" move (if you ever feel like Shang Tsung should tell him/her when to do it, it's a finishing move) that could easily take a crowd of bad guys? (2)
Does the character have a move that is triggered or marked by uncontrollable anger? (1)
Does the character call his/her attacks? ("Falcon Puuuuuuuuuuunchh"-style)(This is okay if it's Homestuck and they character likes The Falcon) (1)
Does the character ever do something by his/herself that the Titans could never accomplish or accomplished only when together? (i.e. Defeat Lord English, kill Cell, release The's Condescension's hold on Jane, etc) (4)
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There's Supposed to be a Plot?
Sigh. Yes, yes, there is. In most cases, this part either seduces an author into the realm of Mary Sue or provides him/her with an opportunity to redeem his/herself with originality and skilled writing. Unfortunately, the only thing easier than becoming a Mary Sue here is remembering to breathe.
Does the character immediately befriend the cannon characters upon their first meeting? (1)
...Is the meeting in the first chapter/beginning of roleplay? (2)
Does the story start with the character running away from something/someone? (4)
...Is it a cannon villain? (2)
Does villain ever express interest in making the character into the third apprentice? (2)
...Does he succeed? (2)
...Do the cannon characters eventually turn the character back to a life a virtue? (2)
Does the character ever befriend a villain and eventually reform him/her? (2)
...Does the villain return to his life of crime, but retain a small vestibule of virtue because of their encounter? (3)
Is the character involved in a apocalyptic, you're-destined-to-destroy-humanity-now-stop-being -such-a-pansy-and-just-do-it-already storyline? (4)
Add 1.5 points for each major character (Hero or villain) that expresses romantic interest (even if repressed) in the character. (Round down after totaling)
Add 1 point for each minor character (Titan or villain) that expresses romantic interest (even if repressed) in the character.
...Do any of the people like the character against his/her sexual orientation? (The orientation that has been hinted at in the show or comics) (3)
...Do they ever get in a fight over the character? (2)
THE CLASSIC: Does the character ever single-handedly save the lives of all the cannon characters? (2)
...Does s/he become hurt or gravely ill in the process? (2)
...Does s/he die? (3)
...If so, does s/he come back to life? (3)
... ...Through the power of love? (4)
... ...In a later fic? (1)
...Does a cannon character profess his/her love during the death or funeral of the character? (2)
Does the character ever deny his/her love for a cannon character in order for that person to find his/her true love? (2)
Does the fic end with a wedding or a passionate goodbye between the character and a cannon character? (3)
Do you plan to ever write a fic about the character's children or ancestors? (2)
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Final Questions
Does the idea of someone calling your character a Mary Sue make you angry? (3)
...Do you feel like it's a personal insult? (It's not, get over it)(40 you big baby)
Has this test made you verbally protest to the computer monitor? (3)
...Are you planning to flame? (3 and Grow up)
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Evaluation
00-05 ... Not Good. This just as bad as a full-blown Mary Sue. Also, you're probably lying, but whatever.
06-12 ... Comfortable. This is a good place to be: the character has enough to intrigue the reader/other roleplayers, but not so much that s/he runs on foul fuel.
13-20 ... Teetering. At this point, the decision must be subject to individual appraisal. It's very easy to fall into a Mary Sue if you are not on guard for your dark side.
25-30 ... ... Definite. It's next to impossible to land here and truly be Sue-free. Try going back and easing up on some of the "coolness" of the character: does she really need to be Trunk's little sister or Alphonse's cousin?
35+ ... ... Scrap it. Trust me: start over.
Before I begin getting a flood of reviews like "OMGz you PREP! My charcter Krystalfire got a 37 and shes NOT A MARY SUE! My story (i said i loved u but then a had 2 stabbed you in the butt) has 86 reviews and all them say shes awsome. Ur just jealous because she's sooooo much better#SWAG than your stupid..." I would like to say only three things...
One, don't take this personal. Just because you get a high score, doesn't mean I hate you. Just because you get a low score, doesn't mean I like you. This is a partially-subjective score and nothing else.
Two, this test does not guarantee Mary Sue-ness. There is no such thing a test that can detect a Mary Sue without fail; each case must be extensively reviewed by the author and multiple third parties. Just because a character scores high on the test does not automatically make him/her a Mary Sue; the author's reliance on gimmicks and unusual features does that job (and quite well, too).
Three, I don't care. I probably don't have an OC in your fandom, I don't really make OC's that often, but I ahve seen some bad ones. Also, your own OC is YOUR OWN FAULT, NOT MINE. I didn't make it, I don't care about it, so don't blame me.
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Does the character's name (first, middle, last, or hero name, nickname, etc) in any way resemble your name (first, middle, last, pen, or screen name, nickname, nick's name, imagined nickname)?
...If so, then stop now.
...DON'T do it.
...EVER.
...For ANY reason.
Is the character's birth name an unusual spelling of a common name? (1)
Is the hero name an English word or a variation thereof that appears much less commonly as a proper name? (The word "destiny" most commonly refers to something other than a person, while "Ray" and "Frank" usually refer to people, not beams and hotdogs.) (1)
...Does the word have mystical or mysterious leanings? (2)
...Is the name of the character "Shadow?" (50,000 and Stop it)
Did the character give him/herself a hero name so that s/he "wouldn't forget something?" (2)
Would you ever take the name upon yourself or name a pet the character's name? (2)
Does the character have a foreign name or foreign sounding name (Latin, Greek, French, Gaelic, whatever) without ACTUALLY being foreign by blood? (2)
...Is the name Japanese? (10 and God have mercy on your soul)
Is the character's name a correlation to any other Teen Titan's name? (2)
...Is it anything followed by the word "fire?" (e.g. Greenfire, Redfire, Moonfire, Buttfire...) (4)
...Is it ANY type of bird? (e.g. Crow, Sparrow...) (4)
Does the character have a birth name...
...that s/he doesn't remember? (3)
...that is somehow tied to his/her destiny? (5)
...that the other Titans frequently call him/her by? (-1)
...that is common? ("Common" means you'd have to give a last name to identify him/her in a room full of people like "Emily" or "Mohammed") (-2)
Does the character have a name besides a birth or hero name that is particularly unusual? (Like a PIN number or something) (0 if it's a Vocaliod or something, 3 if not)
Does the title of the story in any way refer to the character? (e.g. A New Titan, The Stranger, The Hot Angsty Blonde That Saved The Z Warriors And Seduced Goku, etc) (4)
...Does the title of the first chapter contain a description or a pun on the name of the character? (e.g. Flower Petals for a character named Rose) (1)
One more time, if the character's name is the same as your pen name, stop HERE.
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Let's Get Physical
Remember all that stuff about beauty only being skin deep and looks not being important? Semi-Untruthful. Physical appearance just might be one of the most important characteristics of a character: it provides first impressions, constant visual reminders, and a mental image for the reader to carry. If a lot of the questions in this section apply to your character, really think about what that means for him/her. But, one rule. Don't make them look like they belong in Hooter's.
Is the character physically described with in the first two pages (12 point, single spaced, text document) of the story? (1)
...In the first paragraph? (10 and your character isn't as pretty as you think)
...In the first sentence? (10 and a Beardpunch from Chuck Norris)
Is the character ever described in the story (by whichever narrator) as being attractive? (2)
...Are the words "hot," "sexy," or "bad***" ever used? (3)
...Do any of the Canon Characters ever feel jealous because of the character's beauty? (4)
Would you consider the character attractive (if you were of the corresponding sexuality)? Be honest, it's only one point. (2)
Does the character have acne? Not a-pimple-the-day-before-the-big-dance, but average-pubescent-angst acne (-3, and props)
Does the character have an unusual eye color? (1)
Does the eye color...
...require more than one word to describe completely? (Hyphens count) (2)
...not require more than a word to describe, but more are used anyway? (2)
...not occur naturally in humans? (1)
... begin glowing in accordance with (over)use of his/her powers? (Ignore if more than eye color changes, such as Raven or Beast Boy's transformations) (2)
... ...If so, does it become red? (1)
... ...Does it become white? (1)
... ...Does it change colors depending on which power s/he is using? (4 points for each color)
Does the character have unusual hair color? (1)
...Or more than one streak color? (1)
Does the character have unusual hair length? (People think waist length is unusual, they are stupid, my hair used to be waist length) (2)
Does the character have a noticeable scar or tattoo? (1)
...Does it have a troubling story behind it? (3)
Is the character blind or mute? (1)
...Does s/he have any compensation for it? (Mental powers, Daredevil-like abilities, etc.) (1)
...Does the compensation make the character more powerful than a normal person? (1)
Is the character the same gender as you? (0)
...If not (I'm not sure I believe you, and -1)
Is the character any part angel, demon, vampire, or other mystical being? (5, depends on fandom)
Is the character an inter-special breed? (i.e. a catgirl [OMG so kawaii!], foxdemongirl [kitsune-chan!], cowrabbitmermaidwench [...], etc.) (500,000,000 and burn it in a fire)
...Do others look down upon him/her because of that? (2)
...Does the character have benefits of both races with reduced consequences of their drawbacks? (2)
...Does the character have drawbacks but NOT benefits of any of the races? Nice. (-2)
Is the character stick-skinny like Beast Boy or Terra but (conveniently) has super strength? (2)
Does the character have...
...(if male) toned muscles that are described within the story? (2)
...(if female) "curves" that are described in the story? (2)
... ...Did you feel tingling sensations while writing the story? (10,000 and Take a shower)
Is the character physically underdeveloped - if a girl, in the middle of puberty but regularly confused for a guy; if a boy, lacking real muscle definition? (-1)
Does the character wear a skirt, long boots, or a tube top into battle regularly? (Yeah, I know some cannon characters do, but...) (4)
Does the character wear a lot of black or leather? (3)
Does the character resemble you physically? (2)
Does the character resemble what you would like to look like? (2)
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Before and After, Past and Personality
Here it is: the real substance of a character. A character's personality defines who s/he is and how s/he interacts with the world around him/her. Typically, this is where Mary Sue attributes begin showing through and originality reigns as king; because in the end, who a character was is not nearly as interesting as who s/he is and will be.
Does the character fit the "prep" or "goth" image? (4)
...If so, are you a "prep" or a "goth?" (1, because it's not your fault if you are.)
...If not, does the character resemble you in personality? (3)
Is the character regularly stoic? (2)
Is the character angsty? (You're only lying to yourself...) (1)
Do all the Titans immediately like the character? (2)
...Is the character rebellious or irreverent and still beloved (or beloved by all except one cannon character)? (1)
...Does s/he make snarky comebacks at the cannon character all time, yet the others instantly respect him/her? (2)
Was the character based on a preexisting comic/cartoon character during creation? (1)
...Could the character be consider a fe/male version of another cannon character? (2)
Is the character in any way non-canonly related to any cannon character? (1)
...Is the character a child of a cannon character? (1)
...Is the character a childhood friend of a cannon character? (3)
Is the character royalty of any type? (1)
...Does s/he not know about it at the beginning of the story? (2)
...Does s/he know about it, but run away because it's boring, strict, or s/he was being forced to marry someone against his/her will? (2)( That spells Meenah right there guys.)
Does the character have any undesirable personality flaws? Flaws that one would not sanely desire like selfish greed, crippling apathy, narcissism at the consequence of others' safety, paralyzing pessimism, unsympathetic and unreasonable phobias, etc. (I'ma tell you right now: extreme naivety does not count, and neither does gullibility, stubbornness, or acrophobia/hydrophobia, and if they have ANY of these, add 5.) (-3)
Does the character never do anything wrong, or have a strong justification for it if s/he does? (2)
...On the other side, does the character consistently mess up and receive forgiveness easily? (4)
Does the character suffer persistent guilt for something in his/her past? (1)
...Is that past somehow connected to the present crisis? (2)
...Is it a "new enemy that is terrorizing the cannon characters, but how is the new stranger connected to him?" (1)
...Does somebody eventually convince him/her it's not his/her fault? (2)
The Past: Add points if an event occurred in the character's life.
...Parents died at an early age (1)
...Born/forced into slavery or thieving (2)
...Lived in extreme poverty (1)
...Only survivor of disaster (3)
...Victim of domestic abuse (2)
...Sexually abused (4)
...Exiled or outcast (2)
...Born illegitimately (2)
...Suffered from temporary or permanent amnesia (1)
Does the character have a good singing voice? (2, Also stop and ask yourself what that really has to do with the plot. I mean, really...?)
Does the character play an instrument very well? (1)
...Does it come up in the first or second chapter? (1)
...Is it a guitar? (3)
...Do you play that instrument? (1)
...If not, do you wish you could? (2)
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With Great Power, Comes Great Unbelievability
This is very hard to be objective about. Inside every author is the desire for his or her character to be the coolest, baddest, most mind-numbingly awesome fighter ever to roam the streets, and that is exactly where the problem lies. Every author wants that. When granting powers to a character, one must exert self-control in its fullest extent to avoid the disastrous route to Mary Sue.
Is the character ever described as being a "genius?" (1)
Does the character have the ability of...
...telepathy? (If unusual among his/her race) (2)
...empathy? (10)
...shapeshifting? (2)
...superspeed? (Not like quick flight or reflexes, but like Flash speed) (1)
...invincibility or immortality? (3)
...flight without wings? (If unusual among his/her race) (1)
Does the character ever discover powers s/he never knew s/he had? (1)
Does the character use a sharp or piercing weapon? (3)
...That doesn't pierce? (Pul-eez) (2)
...That is used for mass beheadings and badass vigilantism? (1)
Is the character the last living user of a form of magic or martial arts? (Including "...or so he thinks!") (2)
...Does the master who taught him/her die before or during the story? (1)
Does the character have a pet animal or spirit? (1)
...Is the pet not a traditionally domesticated animal? (1)
...Does it somehow contribute to his/her fighting skills? (2)
Does the character have a devastating "finishing" move (if you ever feel like Shang Tsung should tell him/her when to do it, it's a finishing move) that could easily take a crowd of bad guys? (2)
Does the character have a move that is triggered or marked by uncontrollable anger? (1)
Does the character call his/her attacks? ("Falcon Puuuuuuuuuuunchh"-style)(This is okay if it's Homestuck and they character likes The Falcon) (1)
Does the character ever do something by his/herself that the Titans could never accomplish or accomplished only when together? (i.e. Defeat Lord English, kill Cell, release The's Condescension's hold on Jane, etc) (4)
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There's Supposed to be a Plot?
Sigh. Yes, yes, there is. In most cases, this part either seduces an author into the realm of Mary Sue or provides him/her with an opportunity to redeem his/herself with originality and skilled writing. Unfortunately, the only thing easier than becoming a Mary Sue here is remembering to breathe.
Does the character immediately befriend the cannon characters upon their first meeting? (1)
...Is the meeting in the first chapter/beginning of roleplay? (2)
Does the story start with the character running away from something/someone? (4)
...Is it a cannon villain? (2)
Does villain ever express interest in making the character into the third apprentice? (2)
...Does he succeed? (2)
...Do the cannon characters eventually turn the character back to a life a virtue? (2)
Does the character ever befriend a villain and eventually reform him/her? (2)
...Does the villain return to his life of crime, but retain a small vestibule of virtue because of their encounter? (3)
Is the character involved in a apocalyptic, you're-destined-to-destroy-humanity-now-stop-being -such-a-pansy-and-just-do-it-already storyline? (4)
Add 1.5 points for each major character (Hero or villain) that expresses romantic interest (even if repressed) in the character. (Round down after totaling)
Add 1 point for each minor character (Titan or villain) that expresses romantic interest (even if repressed) in the character.
...Do any of the people like the character against his/her sexual orientation? (The orientation that has been hinted at in the show or comics) (3)
...Do they ever get in a fight over the character? (2)
THE CLASSIC: Does the character ever single-handedly save the lives of all the cannon characters? (2)
...Does s/he become hurt or gravely ill in the process? (2)
...Does s/he die? (3)
...If so, does s/he come back to life? (3)
... ...Through the power of love? (4)
... ...In a later fic? (1)
...Does a cannon character profess his/her love during the death or funeral of the character? (2)
Does the character ever deny his/her love for a cannon character in order for that person to find his/her true love? (2)
Does the fic end with a wedding or a passionate goodbye between the character and a cannon character? (3)
Do you plan to ever write a fic about the character's children or ancestors? (2)
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Final Questions
Does the idea of someone calling your character a Mary Sue make you angry? (3)
...Do you feel like it's a personal insult? (It's not, get over it)(40 you big baby)
Has this test made you verbally protest to the computer monitor? (3)
...Are you planning to flame? (3 and Grow up)
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Evaluation
00-05 ... Not Good. This just as bad as a full-blown Mary Sue. Also, you're probably lying, but whatever.
06-12 ... Comfortable. This is a good place to be: the character has enough to intrigue the reader/other roleplayers, but not so much that s/he runs on foul fuel.
13-20 ... Teetering. At this point, the decision must be subject to individual appraisal. It's very easy to fall into a Mary Sue if you are not on guard for your dark side.
25-30 ... ... Definite. It's next to impossible to land here and truly be Sue-free. Try going back and easing up on some of the "coolness" of the character: does she really need to be Trunk's little sister or Alphonse's cousin?
35+ ... ... Scrap it. Trust me: start over.
Before I begin getting a flood of reviews like "OMGz you PREP! My charcter Krystalfire got a 37 and shes NOT A MARY SUE! My story (i said i loved u but then a had 2 stabbed you in the butt) has 86 reviews and all them say shes awsome. Ur just jealous because she's sooooo much better#SWAG than your stupid..." I would like to say only three things...
One, don't take this personal. Just because you get a high score, doesn't mean I hate you. Just because you get a low score, doesn't mean I like you. This is a partially-subjective score and nothing else.
Two, this test does not guarantee Mary Sue-ness. There is no such thing a test that can detect a Mary Sue without fail; each case must be extensively reviewed by the author and multiple third parties. Just because a character scores high on the test does not automatically make him/her a Mary Sue; the author's reliance on gimmicks and unusual features does that job (and quite well, too).
Three, I don't care. I probably don't have an OC in your fandom, I don't really make OC's that often, but I ahve seen some bad ones. Also, your own OC is YOUR OWN FAULT, NOT MINE. I didn't make it, I don't care about it, so don't blame me.
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Hey, will you please check out my OC? I am okay with PMing this to you and letting you show this on your page!/
Hey, will you please check out my OC? I am okay with PMing this to you, but I'm not letting you show this on your page.
[ Insert custom profile here, just put everything about your character]
That's about it, my friend! Just custom make your profile, I'll judge it. I don't care what fandumb it is.
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