Custom Characters

Create your own unique AI companions with custom personalities, appearances, and backstories. This guide covers everything you need to know about custom character creation.

Creating Custom Characters

Getting Started

  1. Navigate to Custom Characters: Go to the Custom Characters section

  2. Start Creation: Click "Create New Character" or similar button

  3. Follow Creation Flow: Complete the character creation process

  4. Finalize Character: Review and finalize your character

Creation Process

The custom character creation process involves several steps:

Step 1: Appearance & Basic Information

  • Select gender and appearance style (realistic or anime)

  • Choose physical features

  • Customize appearance details

  • Select a voice

  • Name your character

  • Set their age and location

  • Review and finalize

  • Generate appearance previews

Step 2: Personality

  • Answer personality questions

  • Describe character traits

  • Set personality tone

  • Define character background

Step 3: Finalization

  • Review all details

  • Make final adjustments

  • Complete character creation

  • Start chatting!

Custom Character Limits

Message Limits by Tier

Tier
Custom Character Messages

FREE

20 messages a day

LITE

100 messages a day

PREMIUM

Unlimited

Creation Limits

  • Creation Cost: 1,000 moments (discounted from 1,500)

  • No Tier Restriction: All tiers can create custom characters

  • Unlimited Characters: Create as many as you want (if you have moments)

Sharing Custom Characters

Character Visibility

Private Characters

  • Only you can chat with them

  • Not visible to other users

  • Full control over access

Public Characters

  • Other users can discover and chat with them

  • Visible in character browsing

  • Share your creations with the community

Making Characters Public

  1. Character Settings: Go to character settings

  2. Viability: Ensure the requirements are met

  3. Request Public Status: Submit your character for approval

  4. Review Process: Wait for the Secrets Team to manually approve your character

Sharing Tips

Before Sharing

  • Test your character thoroughly

  • Ensure personality is well-developed

  • Check for any issues

  • Make sure you're happy with the character

Public Characters

  • Other users can chat with your character

  • You maintain ownership

  • Can make private again anytime

  • Community can discover and enjoy

Character Creation Costs

Creation Cost

  • Current Discount: 1,000 moments

  • One-Time Cost: Pay once per character

Cost Considerations

  • Subscription Grants: Monthly grants help offset costs

  • Value: Custom characters offer unique experiences

Troubleshooting Custom Characters

Creation Issues

Character Not Creating

  • Check moment balance (need 1,000 moments)

  • Ensure all required fields completed

  • Try refreshing and starting over

  • Contact support if persists

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does it cost to create a custom character?

  • 1,000 moments (discounted from 1,500).

Q: Can FREE users create custom characters?

  • Yes! But they can only send 20 messages.

Q: How many custom characters can I create?

  • Unlimited, as long as you have moments (1,000 per character).

Q: Can I edit my custom character after creation?

  • No, personality and appearance changes require recreation.

Q: Can I delete custom characters?

  • Yes, you can delete characters you no longer want, so long as they have not been made public.

Q: Can other users chat with my custom characters?

  • Only if you make them public. Private characters are only for you.

Q: Do custom characters remember me?

  • Yes! Custom characters use the same memory system as regular companions.

Q: What's the difference between realistic and anime style?

  • Realistic style looks like real photos, anime style looks like anime/manga art.

Q: Can I create characters under 18?

  • No, all characters must be 18 years or older.

Q: How do I make my character public?

  • Go to character settings and request public status.


Ready to create? Start building your custom character, or check out Audio Calls and Discord Integration!

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