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# Name
The Name is a core part of your character’s identity. It’s how they will appear in chats and what other users will see if you choose to make the character public. Choose a name that aligns with the purpose, personality, and storyline of your character.
You can set the name of your character by navigating to the “Name” section of the creation screen. Character names don’t have to be unique, multiple characters can share the same name.
* Names should be between 3 to 20 characters long,
* You can use letters, numbers, spaces, dashes (-), and underscores (\_) in your character's name.
* You can opt for a single name ("John"), a full name ("John Doe"), or a unique handle ("The\_John").
A character’s name can strongly influence how your character behaves, especially if they lack a detailed personality. Names tied to well-known figures, like “Shakespeare,” may prompt the AI to adopt traits or speech patterns commonly associated with that individual. If you haven’t provided a lot of information, the name becomes a powerful cue, influencing how your character engages in conversation.
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