u/Bastarrd_

My oc is an accidental stereotype; what do i do?

My character's name is Dulce (they/them) and they're a plus-size, half African American and half Mexican person who LOVES sweets (but like, not in a greedy way, they're not a massive eater or anything!!). They're studying baking and pastry arts at university to become a professional confectioner.

I swear I didn't mean for them to become a walking stereotype... it just kinda happened organically while I was making them super diverse and relatable

Do I keep them or is this problematic?

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u/Bastarrd_ — 6 days ago

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(artist is Genericmerc28)

Im working on a lore-heavy One-shot set during the early stages of the Anvil Initiative. It features an ODST and a female Sangheili. Cliche. I know, but I'm approaching it with a strict focus on 'realism' and world-building.

The story is from the ODST's POV, centered on his denial of some feelings toward his partner. It's a principled slow-burn; I'm prioritizing character depth over cheap tropes

I want her to feel genuinely alien, not just a human in a costume. I'm ditching the typical 'space-babe' feels for a more accurate Sangheili physiology: flat-chested, powerful, and biologically distinct (Just making some headcanons, like lighter skin tone, better smell, smaller mandibles, and so on)

With that in mind, what are your favorite headcanons for female Elites? I'd love to hear what details make them feel unique to you, and if you're willing, more ideas in the future if you like pairing like these.

u/Bastarrd_ — 20 days ago