Advice/Help I dont really feel like creating new ocs and people hate my oc

[kikimonlover]

Ive used my oc a hybrid pretty much like a pokemorth (early 2000s internet oc whos half human half pokemon having stuff like ears or tail of specific pokemon ) i really feels mostly pokemon humans or pokemon ocs in general are just bland people treats her like if she was a kind of freak when all they have complained about is an neko girl/kitsune with an eevee coat of painting i have tried reboot her as a fully human but never felt really confortable with the idea because its not really something i wanted do i would just do it to get accepted in roleplays and i dont really feel like creating new ocs because she means a lot to me and i dont like roleplaying as other characters

 

[Jannah]

Adapting and compromise is part of the RP process. This does mean creating characters (or even changing up existing ones) when necessary, particularly to fit a specific plot or setting. If you're not willing to put in the effort to do that then this might not be the hobby for you. Sorry I'm not more helpful here, but I'm speaking from about twenty years of experience.

 

[Steve Jobs]

I'm not really sure how to help other than to echo Jannah's sentiments. When you join someone else's roleplay with a preexisting character you'll have to adapt yours to fit their world. It has nothing to do with specifically your OC. No matter how well written or cool your character might be, if hybrids don't exist in that universe then forcing them into would break immersion.

To use your cat girl example, I wouldn't want one in a realistic school roleplay, but if I were doing something more fantastical, I could make it work.

If you don't want to start your own roleplay, then I would seek out roleplays or roleplay partners that would be willing to take her.

 

[Idea]

people treats her like if she was a kind of freak when all they have complained about is an neko girl/kitsune with an eevee coat of painting

I mean, if that's not a thing that happens in the setting, yeah people are going to treat it like it's strange. If someone showed up with functional animal limbs in real life (which I think does actually happen in some genetic conditions, namely growing a monkey-esque tail if I'm not mistaken) people would react as that being abnormal. People accept nekos and other animal people in settings where those are a thing - or otherwise in settings where things are wacky enough that animal limbs are Tuesdays.

i have tried reboot her as a fully human but never felt really confortable with the idea because its not really something i wanted i would just do it to get accepted in roleplays

I have mixed feelings on this general topic. On one hand, I do think it's important to know what you want and to understand that ultimately if the only way to participate is to kill your own interest, then you might as well not waste your and everyone else's time. On the other hand, compromise is a core part of any social activity and RP is not exception. People should go in not necessarily expecting to change the major/core parts of their character but certain expecting to make some tweaks here and there.

i dont really feel like creating new ocs because she means a lot to me and i dont like roleplaying as other characters

If you're overly attached to a character that's not just an issue on playing other characters. That's going to affect your ability to RP properly as well, making you sacrifice the well being of the story and RP for the sake of protecting the character.


I do honestly think the problem of playing a specific character has solutions - You can find ways that keep the character similar like making her human but wearing a costume all the time, using personality for whatever other aspects of a hybrid you wanted. Or you could embrace the character being an abnormal element and working with the GM for a reason why she might be that way. Or you could just find the kind of RP where that character is normal.

That being said, even if you do solve that problem, I think the underlying issue of being overly fixated on her will create others down the line. I’m sure there’s going to be other characters you will enjoy playing once you’ve actually invested into them. So I would recommend more than anything giving that a real chance. But if you really feel you can’t, then I suppose all I can do is hope I’m wrong.



As an aside however, it would probably really help your case to work on your grammar. I’m not saying it has to be flawless without a single typo, but even a bit of punctuation and capitalizing your “I”s would be a decent start.


In any case, best of luck and happy RPing!

 

[nerdy tangents]

So I’m gonna take a different tact and ask you what makes the character so special to you?

Is it that you just like writing in the Pokémon fandom and so trying to take her out of it is difficult?

Is it that her appearance is based on how you want to look and so changing it makes her less meaningful to you?

I’m not saying those are bad thing I’m just saying that it might help for you to take a moment and figure out what about the character is actually important and what is more what your used to.

That will help you find roleplays that fit the character you want to write rather then trying to change her to fit other peoples ideas.

 

[GrumpySwallow]

Why not make her into a PokeFan-type character? Those types of trainers show up in the games and anime, and they wear Pokemon-themed outfits such as Pikachu onesies. She could be a huge Eevee fan, and wears Eevee ears and tail accessories.

 

[Tanakako]

I have to agree with ‘Idea’ here. RP is an exercise in writing. And the core fundamental of writing is spelling, punctuation, etc. If you are well spoken and can express yourself and your ideas clearly, that will do a lot of the work for you. Just as in any aspect of real life.

That won’t solve the issue of only having one OC to pick from for any given situation, but when you find somewhere she may fit but needs a little concession from other players, good writing allows for a clear argument, and that can only be in your favour.

Having said that, we all start somewhere. And lord knows I’ve made plenty of mistakes in the past. Pretty sure I’ve run the gambit from cringey *asterick* rp to Mary Sueing my first few characters. But that’s what experience and time are for. We learn from the past to do better in the future.

 

[StrawberryAvalanche]

Hi there! It seems like you're facing a bit of a predicament. I understand that you have a deep connection with your hybrid OC, and it can be tough to consider creating new characters. However, I'd like to suggest branching out and exploring new possibilities.

Having multiple characters can be beneficial for role-playing, as it opens up opportunities to engage with different storylines and interact with a variety of role-play partners. While your current OC holds a special place in your heart, giving her a break and trying out a new character doesn't mean you have to abandon her completely.

As an example, I have a favorite OC named Elizabeth, who has a rich history as an immortal being. However, I've come to realize that she may not fit into every role-play or story. So, I've learned to create new characters that suit different settings and narratives. Sometimes, I sprinkle a touch of my own style by slightly referencing Elizabeth in my role-plays or stories. It all depends on the context.

By exploring new character ideas, you can bring fresh perspectives, experiences, and dynamics to your role-playing. It's important to remember that experimenting with new characters doesn't diminish the significance of your beloved OC. It simply adds more depth and versatility to your creative repertoire.

So, while staying true to what you love, I encourage you to consider embracing the opportunity to create new characters and enjoy the exciting possibilities that arise. Who knows, you might discover another cherished character alongside your beloved hybrid OC!