Character Quote by Paul Rust
“I want to give every single character the dimensions and complexity of a main character.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast, 2022
Every character, even minor, deserves depth and agency like a protagonist.
In simple terms: Give all characters full personalities.
Key Takeaway
Write layered, realistic characters.
Themes
writing
character development
storytelling
Mood
creative
analytical
Type
instructional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- novels
- screenplays
- video games
Key Concepts
literature
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide which characters need depth?
- When is simplicity more effective?
A Different Perspective
Too many deep characters can overwhelm narrative focus.
