Marionette a Character

You're the master string-puller in this writing adventure.  Create your puppet.

Name

Start with a name. Google names for intriguing qualities.
Search for:
l. Identity in the name to define the character.
2. Rhythm: First name three beats, last name two. First name two beats, last name three. One beat and two. Sound it out!     Jeffrey Johnson     Mary Singleton
3. Add a nickname.

Introduce your character by name and how he or she feels on a rainy day.

Hey, I'm Julian Denton. Some call me Dent. I'm not made of sugar. Rain won't make me melt.
 
Add Traits   

What is your character's heart's desire? Show traits that will make this happen . . . or not.

Is your character patient? What does that look like?
Does your character seek adventure? What does that look and sound like?
Is your character willing to change?
What is your character's greatest weakness? Fear? Inappropriate behavior? Poor choices? Bad habits?

What individuals get in the way of your character's needs and wants?

Do a freewrite considering the above questions and others you could use to design your character with personality traits.
 
Situation
 
You're on the way to imagining your character. Place him or her in situations.

Try one of these:

Show your character:
l. React to a frustration, comical situation or embarassment.
2. Attend a ceremony: wedding, funeral, graduation
3. Uncover a secret

After you have completed the above exercises, let go of the strings and write to see where your character will take you!