# Character card

URL: https://onlykin.ai/glossary/character-card
Updated: 2026-06-04
Category: Creator workflow

## Definition

A character card is a structured bundle of character information that tells an AI roleplay model who the character is and how the first scene should begin.

## Quick Answer

A good character card separates name, description, personality, scenario, opening message, example dialogue, tags, and visibility so the model can stay in character without burying the active scene.

## Plain Language

Think of it as the playable package for a character, not just a profile. It should explain who the character is, what is happening, and why the user should answer.

## Why It Matters

Character-card searches are high-intent creator searches. Users often want to import, write, publish, or debug reusable roleplay characters.

## OnlyKin Angle

OnlyKin should keep character cards inspectable, private while drafting, and clear enough for public discovery.

## Related Terms

- Persona: https://onlykin.ai/glossary/persona
- Example dialogue: https://onlykin.ai/glossary/example-dialogue
- System prompt: https://onlykin.ai/glossary/system-prompt
- Private character: https://onlykin.ai/glossary/private-character

## Sources

- [SillyTavern documentation](https://docs.sillytavern.app/) - Used for the roleplay ecosystem concept of character cards as prompt packages.
- [OnlyKin character-card guide](https://onlykin.ai/blog/create-ai-character-card) - Used for OnlyKin's recommended card fields and creator workflow.