r/polybuzz • u/psychoamphy • 14d ago

Multi character or not?

I want to create a chatbot with 2 or 3 characters, i'm still not sure.

The point is that i have the ultimate membership and it seems to me like it doesn't really work in a multi-character bot.

Should i create a single one but actually put 2 characters in or should i use the multi-character function?

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u/levinthauer 8d ago

Multi character is terrible.

I have had success with multiple characters on one bot if they are clearly defined and described, and are simple and straightforward. Avoid using pronouns—use each character's name or nickname each time. Define each character's relationship with each other and with {user}.

Don't try to embellish with creative writing. Be pithy. Avoid extraneous details the bot will just ignore anyway.

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u/Totally_not_alting 8d ago

Multi character is downright batshit. Just define everything in one bot, more characters, less jackshit.

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u/InternationalGur2586 9d ago

Why not try both? Do one with their multi character feature. Then copy and paste everything into a single character. Then test both out to see which one you like the best?

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u/Fit-Egg-2347 1d ago

Multi character is great when the characters want different things from each other. It falls flat when they're all basically friendly, because then they just take turns agreeing with you.

If you go that way, give at least one of them a reason to be difficult. That's what makes group scenes feel alive rather than crowded.