Character Questionnaire

Below is an example questionnaire to fill out during character creation to assist in backstory creation and character role-playing. Questions can be added and/or ignored depending on the campaign, this is just one example.
:1. What is your character’s name and age?
:2. How would someone see you at first glance? For example; race, gender, weight, distinguishing marks (birthmarks, scars, deformities), skin color (if these things are noticeable), any visible equipment, etc.
:3. What are some things someone might notice upon meeting your character for the first time? For example, the way you talk or any mannerisms you have.
:4. Where was your character born and where was your character raised?
:5. Who is your character’s parents and what do they do for a living? If someone other than your parents raised you, who was it?
:6. Do you have any other family you know of or any close friends?
:7. Is your character married or in a relationship? Do you have any children?
:8. Is your character a morning person, a night owl, or something else entirely?
:9. Briefly describe (or give an example of) your character’s moral code.
:10. Does your character have any major or minor goals? Give an example of a few if you can.
:11. Is your character religious? Do you follow a specific deity? If you’re not religious, do you have any personal beliefs that guide you?
:12. Pick one personality quirk that defines your character the most. Some examples could be anti-social, arrogant, optimistic, paranoid, or helpful.
:13. How does your character generally get along with those of the same race and those of a different race? Do you have any biased towards or against any races?
:14. Is there anyone or anything that your character hates?
:15. Does your character have any noticeable fears?
:16. Are you a member of any Absit Settler guilds? If so, what kind of guild is it, is the guild certified or not, and what is your position in the guild?
:17. Have you received an education of any type? If so, what kind of things did you learn about. If not, how did you learn the things you know?
:18. Why did you leave where you were to start adventuring?