Q&A for How to Create a My Little Pony Original Character

To choose colors, consider your pony's name, characteristics, and cutie mark. For example, a night-themed pony might use dark blues and purples, while a water-loving one could feature blues, turquoises, and whites. You are also welcome to be creative and include your favorite colors if a specific theme doesn't immediately inspire you.

Consider using music-related vocabulary for names, such as 'Treble Note' or 'Harpstrings'. Ensure the name also aligns with your pony's cutie mark.

Look up reference photos or tutorials for guidance. You can also trace a pony's body outline from online sources or a coloring book. This allows you to focus on developing the face and other details without worrying about the full body's proportions initially.

Consider names that evoke dark weather or colors, such as Cloud, Storm, Dark, Dusk, Shade, or Fog. You might also explore a thesaurus for shadow-related terms or base the name on your pony's unique background or interests.

Develop your pony's background by considering its core character traits and the key events that shaped them. Additionally, explore its family relationships and how those connections influenced its development.

If it has Flash player it should work. If not, download the app "Puffin Browser," which has Flash, and use that to access DollDivine.

There hasn't been a history of users acquiring a computer virus from General Zoi's Pony Creator, but you should probably look for reviews or recommendations from people who have used it.

She consumes a lot of sugar and is excited most of the time.

Trace one from a coloring book, poster, picture book, etc.

Ask for specific feedback on why they believe your character is a "Mary Sue." Identify the elements that lead to this perception, and then use that information to refine and develop your character further.

All you have to do is add wings and a horn to the pony's body. If you have trouble deciding what design to use for the horn and wings, then you can look up reference photos or tutorials online. General Zoi's game on Doll Divine has a lot of interesting designs for wings and horns as well as hairstyles.

To prevent your original character from becoming a Mary Sue, ensure they possess discernible flaws. For example, your pony might struggle with anger or trust issues due to their past.

Start small. Try drawing with a reference, then gradually leave your comfort zone. Experiment; try new things you haven't before. If you are aching to be an animator or artist, ask friends who are artistically inclined to help you out. Check out art books from the library. Watch animation tutorials online (or drawing tutorials, for that matter).

You could consider names related to sewing or clothing, such as "Neat Stitch" or "Perfect Fit."

The name 'Snowdust Starr' works well. While the name is fitting, be aware that making your main character an Alicorn, especially with limited backstory, can sometimes lead to perceptions of her being a 'Mary Sue' or overpowered. To avoid this, flesh out her unique personality, history, and struggles, ensuring her story thoughtfully integrates with the established world of Equestria.

Look at all of the G4 ponies. Notice the color variations. There isn't a rule for color schemes, so you can come up with anything. Choose the colors you like the most or the ones that help the OC survive in its environment.

Of course, but make sure to draw and color it in neatly. Also, if you're going to take a picture, make sure you have good lighting and a good camera.

The main reason why most people in the MLP fandom don't like alicorns is that they've become saturated and overused. There are many other reasons, but that is the main one that I've noticed.

When you feel unmotivated with your drawings, prioritize enjoyment. Avoid overthinking what to draw; simply choose a design and begin. If you're specifically bored with ponies, consider sketching other subjects for a while, then return to your My Little Pony characters with fresh enthusiasm.

You can if you have an Android tablet or phone. If you're using a computer, simply look up General Zoi's Pony Maker -- there should be a game on Deviant Art.

It's okay to have inspiration from an official character, but make sure you change it enough so that people can't recognize it as that official character. If the color schemes are too similar, maybe change the shade of the color.

Creating an original character (OC) related to a canon character is generally permissible, provided the connection aligns with the show's established canon. For example, if you create a sister for Scootaloo, her backstory should not contradict events where she logically would have been mentioned, such as the 'Babs Seed' episode. However, you can be creative in explaining why your OC has not appeared in the show.

Give your pony a dark color scheme and a brooding or sarcastic personality.

Try checking out this article right here on wikiHow for starters. The Tutorials section of Equestria Daily also has a vast library of instructional guides for specific drawing tasks.

You have a lot of creative freedom in fanfiction, so you can generally explore topics that interest you. To determine if content is acceptable, consider your target audience and the guidelines of the platform you plan to post on. Focus on strong storytelling, proper grammar, and descriptive writing to create a well-received fanfic.

No, you cannot print directly from the creator. However, you can download your finished pony as an image file and then print it.

Consider your likes and interests. Think of things that you enjoy doing, then look online for descriptive words synonymous with that subject. You may also want to consider the cutie mark and design of your pony. Sometimes the name of a pony is reflective of occupation, sometimes it isn't. If you want the name to have more than one word, try selecting words that pair together smoothly and sensibly. If you are still stumped, try asking online communities for suggestions.

Any digital drawing software like FireAlpaca would work. If you can't sketch the pony, you will be able to find hundreds of bases (ponies without hair or cutie marks). Just import the base you want into the program, and you should be good to go.

Yes, you can certainly incorporate anime-style eyes into your My Little Pony original character. To ensure proportionate necks and legs, consider the character's overall body type and refer to existing show characters for scale. For instance, if your character is tall, draw the neck and legs to match, maintaining a balanced appearance with the head.

While Paint isn't ideal for polished work, you can use it to create basic outlines for your My Little Pony original character. For higher quality results, software like Photoshop or GIMP is generally recommended.