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 =====Starter Design===== =====Starter Design=====
  
-{{fable-starterex.png?275 |Fable Starter Design Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Types of Starter Designs**+{{ fable-starterex.png?300 |Fable Starter Design Example}} \\ **Types of Starter Designs**
 \\ Characters in Starlight Commons start with a full design. These characters require **[[Chromaroon|Chromaroons]]** to undergo significant changes.  \\ Characters in Starlight Commons start with a full design. These characters require **[[Chromaroon|Chromaroons]]** to undergo significant changes. 
  
-\\ These premade characters can be bought or won from **[[https://www.deviantart.com/palleteclipse|PalletEclipse]]**.+These premade characters can be bought or won from **[[https://www.deviantart.com/palleteclipse|PalletEclipse]]**.
  
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 =====Introduction to Astral Cores===== =====Introduction to Astral Cores=====
  
-{{fable-astralcoreex.png?275 |Fable Astral Core Locations Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **What are [[Astral Core|Astral Cores]]?**+{{ fable-astralcoreex.png?300 |Fable Astral Core Locations Example}} \\ **What are [[Astral Core|Astral Cores]]?**
 \\ **[[Astral Core|Astral Cores]]** are the inner star cores of all [[Stellaborn]], and can vary in color depending on the core. This color is present throughout their body, but most notably on the neck, chest, feet, and hands, depending on the species.  \\ **[[Astral Core|Astral Cores]]** are the inner star cores of all [[Stellaborn]], and can vary in color depending on the core. This color is present throughout their body, but most notably on the neck, chest, feet, and hands, depending on the species. 
  
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 =====Different Medium===== =====Different Medium=====
  
-{{fable-diffmediumex.png?275 |Fable Different Medium Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Color Variations in Traditional Media and Digital Brushes**+{{ fable-diffmediumex.png?300 |Fable Different Medium Example}} \\ **Color Variations in Traditional Media and Digital Brushes**
 \\ We don't expect perfect color matching with traditional media and textured brushes. Just do your best to mimic the markings using what's available to you. If a solid marking is changed to a gradient, it can still be approved as long as the shape and placement remain the same.  \\ We don't expect perfect color matching with traditional media and textured brushes. Just do your best to mimic the markings using what's available to you. If a solid marking is changed to a gradient, it can still be approved as long as the shape and placement remain the same. 
  
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 =====Stellaborn Body Types===== =====Stellaborn Body Types=====
  
-{{fable-bodyex.png?275 |Fable Body Type Examples}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Stellaborn Body Types**+{{ fable-bodyex.png?300 |Fable Body Type Examples}} \\ **Stellaborn Body Types**
 \\ When creating [[Stellaborn]], users are encouraged to explore the wide variety of available body types and are not required to adhere strictly to the provided examples. We understand that body types are an essential part of artistic freedom. Feel free to customize your character's body as you wish. \\ When creating [[Stellaborn]], users are encouraged to explore the wide variety of available body types and are not required to adhere strictly to the provided examples. We understand that body types are an essential part of artistic freedom. Feel free to customize your character's body as you wish.
  
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 =====Accessories===== =====Accessories=====
  
-{{fable-outfitex1.png?275 |Fable Outfit Example 1}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Accessories and Outfits**+{{ fable-outfitex1.png?300 |Fable Outfit Example 1}} \\ **Accessories and Outfits**
 \\ Accessories and edits to them are always free. Users are encouraged to design as many outfits as they like. \\ Accessories and edits to them are always free. Users are encouraged to design as many outfits as they like.
  
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 =====Scars and Missing Limbs===== =====Scars and Missing Limbs=====
  
-{{fable-scarsnlimbsex1.png?275 |Fable Scars and Missing Limbs Example 1}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Using Scars and/or Missing Limbs**+{{ fable-scarsnlimbsex1.png?300 |Fable Scars and Missing Limbs Example 1}} \\ **Using Scars and/or Missing Limbs**
 \\ Scars and missing limbs are always free to add and do not require approval or [[Anomalies]]. For example, while the Electrical Anomaly **[[Robotic Enhancements]]** may look similar, it is not necessary if users want to give a character a prosthetic. If the missing limb is visible, add scarring to show that no [[Anomalies|Anomaly]] is being used clearly.  \\ Scars and missing limbs are always free to add and do not require approval or [[Anomalies]]. For example, while the Electrical Anomaly **[[Robotic Enhancements]]** may look similar, it is not necessary if users want to give a character a prosthetic. If the missing limb is visible, add scarring to show that no [[Anomalies|Anomaly]] is being used clearly. 
  
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 =====Freckles===== =====Freckles=====
  
-{{fable-frecklesex.png?275 |Fable Freckles Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Adding Freckles**+{{ fable-frecklesex.png?300 |Fable Freckles Example}} \\ **Adding Freckles**
 \\ Freckles can be added or removed at any time without approval. They must clearly appear as small freckles; if they resemble bigger spots or markings, **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]** may be required. \\ Freckles can be added or removed at any time without approval. They must clearly appear as small freckles; if they resemble bigger spots or markings, **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]** may be required.
  
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 =====Hair and Facial Hair===== =====Hair and Facial Hair=====
  
-{{fable-lashesnhairex1.png?275 |Fable Eyelashes & Hair Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Hair, Eyelashes, and Facial Hair Edits**+{{ fable-lashesnhairex1.png?300 |Fable Eyelashes & Hair Example}} \\ **Hair, Eyelashes, and Facial Hair Edits**
 \\ Hair edits are always free. This includes head hair, eyelashes, eyebrows, and facial hair. Body fur is not included, and is a Soma Anomaly called **[[Thick Coat]]**. \\ Hair edits are always free. This includes head hair, eyelashes, eyebrows, and facial hair. Body fur is not included, and is a Soma Anomaly called **[[Thick Coat]]**.
  
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 =====Makeup and Temporary Markings===== =====Makeup and Temporary Markings=====
  
-{{fable-tempmarkingsex.png?275 |Fable Temporary Markings Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Makeup and Face & Body Paint**+{{ fable-tempmarkingsex.png?300 |Fable Temporary Markings Example}} \\ **Makeup and Face & Body Paint**
 \\ Since makeup can be difficult for the team to separate from design edits, all changes to facial markings require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**. Exceptions may be made for temporary face paint that is clearly tied to celebrations, such as event flags or symbolic decorations.  \\ Since makeup can be difficult for the team to separate from design edits, all changes to facial markings require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**. Exceptions may be made for temporary face paint that is clearly tied to celebrations, such as event flags or symbolic decorations. 
  
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 =====Minimal Changes to Marking Placement===== =====Minimal Changes to Marking Placement=====
  
-{{fable-minimalchangesex1.png?275 |Fable Minimal Marking Changes Example 1}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Acceptable Design Variations**+{{ fable-minimalchangesex1.png?300 |Fable Minimal Marking Changes Example 1}} \\ **Acceptable Design Variations**
 \\ Hair, nails, and accessories can be freely changed. Slight inconsistencies are fine, but significant design changes require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**. \\ Hair, nails, and accessories can be freely changed. Slight inconsistencies are fine, but significant design changes require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**.
  
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 =====Free Color Change===== =====Free Color Change=====
  
-{{fable-freecolorex1.png?275 |Fable Free Color Change Example 1}} \\ \\ \\ \\ **What is Free Color?**+{{ fable-freecolorex1.png?300 |Fable Free Color Change Example 1}} \\ **What is Free Color?**
 \\ Some **[[Stellaborn]]** have anatomy and Natural [[Anomalies]] that allow color edits without Design Approval. These edits are referred to as "Free Color" changes. \\ Some **[[Stellaborn]]** have anatomy and Natural [[Anomalies]] that allow color edits without Design Approval. These edits are referred to as "Free Color" changes.
  
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 =====Astral Cores and Chronovelour===== =====Astral Cores and Chronovelour=====
  
-{{fable-lightastralcoreex.png?275 |Fable Light Astral Core Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **What are [[Astral Core|Astral Cores]] and how do they work?**+{{ fable-lightastralcoreex.png?300 |Fable Light Astral Core Example}} \\ **What are [[Astral Core|Astral Cores]] and how do they work?**
 \\ **[[Astral Core|Astral Cores]]** alters a [[Stellaborn|Stellaborn's]] Astral Core color and [[character-attributes|Attributes]]. They also come with specific perks listed in the guide below. These colors or combinations of them can be unlocked using **[[Chronovelour]]**. \\ **[[Astral Core|Astral Cores]]** alters a [[Stellaborn|Stellaborn's]] Astral Core color and [[character-attributes|Attributes]]. They also come with specific perks listed in the guide below. These colors or combinations of them can be unlocked using **[[Chronovelour]]**.
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 ^  Astral Core Colors  ^^^ ^  Astral Core Colors  ^^^
 |  {{fable-lightastralcoreex.png?200|Fable Astral Light Core Example}} \\ **Astral Light Core** \\ +5 [[character-attributes|Agility]]  |  {{fable-burningastralcoreex.png?200|Fable Astral Burning Core Example}} \\ **Astral Burning Core** \\ +5 [[character-attributes|Strength]]  |  {{fable-radiationastralcoreex.png?200|Fable Astral Radiation Core Example}} \\ **Astral Radiation Core** \\ +5 [[character-attributes|Defense]]  | |  {{fable-lightastralcoreex.png?200|Fable Astral Light Core Example}} \\ **Astral Light Core** \\ +5 [[character-attributes|Agility]]  |  {{fable-burningastralcoreex.png?200|Fable Astral Burning Core Example}} \\ **Astral Burning Core** \\ +5 [[character-attributes|Strength]]  |  {{fable-radiationastralcoreex.png?200|Fable Astral Radiation Core Example}} \\ **Astral Radiation Core** \\ +5 [[character-attributes|Defense]]  |
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 =====Design Approval - Altering an Existing Design===== =====Design Approval - Altering an Existing Design=====
  
-{{fable-designapprovalex1.png?275 |Fable Design Approval Example 1}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Switching Between Approved Designs**+{{ fable-designapprovalex1.png?300 |Fable Design Approval Example 1}} \\ **Switching Between Approved Designs**
 \\ The **[[Chromaroon]]** is a single-use cosmetic that allows full or partial color changes to a [[Stellaborn|Stellaborn's]] body. These changes always require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**, but there are no limits on the number of colors that can be used in a single application. To make further edits later, a new [[Chromaroon]] must be applied. Once approved, users can freely switch between any registered designs. \\ The **[[Chromaroon]]** is a single-use cosmetic that allows full or partial color changes to a [[Stellaborn|Stellaborn's]] body. These changes always require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**, but there are no limits on the number of colors that can be used in a single application. To make further edits later, a new [[Chromaroon]] must be applied. Once approved, users can freely switch between any registered designs.
  
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 =====Simplifying the Existing Design===== =====Simplifying the Existing Design=====
  
-{{fable-simplifyex.png?275 |Fable Simplification Example 1}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Changing, Simplifying, or Removing Markings**+{{ fable-simplifyex.png?300 |Fable Simplification Example 1}} \\ **Changing, Simplifying, or Removing Markings**
 \\ Any added, altered, or removed markings require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**. This includes turning a design into a solid color. \\ Any added, altered, or removed markings require **[[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]**. This includes turning a design into a solid color.
  
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 =====Altering Astral Cores and Eye Color===== =====Altering Astral Cores and Eye Color=====
  
-{{fable-coreneyeex.png?225 |Fable Astral Core and Optic Variation Examples}} \\ \\ \\ \\ **Eyes and Astral Core Colors**+{{ fable-coreneyeex.png?250 |Fable Astral Core and Optic Variation Examples}} \\ **Eyes and Astral Core Colors**
 \\ Eye and [[Astral Core]] colors cannot be changed with a [[Chromaroon]], even during [[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]].  \\ Eye and [[Astral Core]] colors cannot be changed with a [[Chromaroon]], even during [[Greener Pastures Salon & Realty|Design Approval]]. 
  
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 =====Use of Anomalies===== =====Use of Anomalies=====
  
-{{fable-anomaliesex.png?275 |Fable Anomaly Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ **How [[Anomalies]] Affect the Design**+{{ fable-anomaliesex.png?300 |Fable Anomaly Example}} \\ **How [[Anomalies]] Affect the Design**
 \\ **[[Anomalies]]** add unique features to your [[Stellaborn]]. Some must match the existing design, while others allow free color changes. \\ **[[Anomalies]]** add unique features to your [[Stellaborn]]. Some must match the existing design, while others allow free color changes.
  
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 =====Use of Forms===== =====Use of Forms=====
  
-{{fable-tartynformex.png?275 |Fable Tartyn Form Example}} \\ \\ \\ \\ \\ **Forms and Design Changes**+{{ fable-tartynformex.png?300 |Fable Tartyn Form Example}} \\ **Forms and Design Changes**
 \\ Forms unlock new ways to present your [[Stellaborn]]. Some must match the main design exactly, while others allow free color edits. The form must be unlocked before it can be used in [[Navigation Hub|Tasks]].  \\ Forms unlock new ways to present your [[Stellaborn]]. Some must match the main design exactly, while others allow free color edits. The form must be unlocked before it can be used in [[Navigation Hub|Tasks]]. 
  
 For details and examples, see the **[[Forms Guide]]**. For details and examples, see the **[[Forms Guide]]**.
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