For those of you who write, tell stories, or take an interest in the process, I highly recommend an article that appeared in the January issue of Clarkesworld magazine:
Luke vs Han: An Approach to Characterization by Kelly Robson
Although it’s a couple months old, I’ve referenced this article in multiple conversations over the last few weeks so I thought I’d share it here as well.
No spoilers, but Robson offers an easy to remember and very effective test to ensure that each protagonist and player has at least a semblance of an arc. Although not a comprehensive solution for every character-building woe, this simple and fun hack can help establish solid motivations and eventual resolutions.
I also recommend you check out Clarkesworld for some of the highest quality short-form science fiction and fantasy available. They offer all their content for free on the web but I encourage you to subscribe and support the magazine and their authors!
Enjoy!