Random generators & resources: the magic of Internet, part 2.

Your own ideas are the best, sure, but you can find some pretty neat stuff on the internet. Inspiration comes from everywhere, including random character generators and tumblr advice.

I confess, though, I honestly haven't used most (any) of these.

• Character motivation Generator (Springhole.net has a lot of resources!)
• Writing specific characters
• Writing a fully developed character
• How to write diversity: I don't know how to research writing Characters of Color
• Villain Generator
• Villain archetypes
• Character Perceptions
• Writing relationships: dos and don'ts
• Female archetypes we haven't talked about
• Random name generator
• Common surnames
• Positive & negative traits
• 123 ideas for character flaws
• Phobias

A few that are more Old West-specific:

• Old West name generator
• Western slang, lingo and phrases
• The Code of the West

I should use it:

• Choosing the right name for your story

And, finally, another of these "x storytelling tips":

• Guillermo Del Toro — 5 tips for making a movie