Create Your First AI Character in 5 Minutes
Ready to bring an AI character to life? This quick tutorial will have you chatting with your own custom AI in just five minutes. Let's dive in!
Before You Start
Make sure you have:
- Downloaded the Wisent app
- Created a free account
- A few minutes of free time
Minute 1: Open the Creator
Launch the Wisent app and tap the "+" button or "Create New Character" option. This opens the character builder where the magic happens.
Minute 2: Name and Describe
Choose a Name: Pick something memorable. This is how you'll address your character.
Write a Description: In 2-3 sentences, describe who this character is. For example:
"Alex is a friendly creative writing coach who loves helping people tell their stories. They're encouraging, insightful, and always have great suggestions for overcoming writer's block."
Minute 3: Set the Personality
Use the personality sliders to define your character's traits:
- **Formal ↔ Casual**: How does your character speak?
- **Serious ↔ Playful**: What's their general mood?
- **Brief ↔ Detailed**: How much do they say?
- **Reserved ↔ Expressive**: How emotional are they?
Adjust these to match the character you envision.
Minute 4: Add Expertise (Optional)
If your character should be knowledgeable about specific topics, add them here:
- Creative writing
- Story structure
- Character development
- Plot techniques
This helps your character give more relevant and helpful responses.
Minute 5: Create and Chat!
Hit the "Create Character" button. That's it! Your character is now ready.
Tap "Start Conversation" and say hello. Try something like:
"Hi Alex! I'm working on a short story but I'm stuck on the opening paragraph. Can you help?"
Watch as your character responds with the personality and expertise you defined.
Quick Tips
- **Don't overthink it**: You can always edit later
- **Start simple**: Basic characters often work great
- **Test quickly**: Have a short conversation to see how it feels
- **Iterate**: Adjust the personality based on results
Example Characters to Try
The Study Buddy: A patient tutor who explains concepts in simple terms
The Fitness Coach: An energetic motivator who keeps you accountable
The Creative Partner: A brainstorming companion for your projects
What's Next?
Now that you've created your first character, explore more advanced features:
- Custom conversation starters
- Memory and context settings
- Advanced personality tuning
You're officially a Wisent character creator!