The process at a glance.
- Write a compact adult identity brief.
- Choose a single foundational scene.
- Protect identity traits in every branch.
- Compare branches against the same identity criteria.
Use the face as the identity reference
The cover gives you a front-facing view of the blonde character. Review facial structure, hairline, eyes, and expression before judging the styling. Clothing and accessories alone do not establish character continuity.
Separate identity from presentation
The gold-toned styling and bedroom setting are presentation details. When planning another direction, explicitly name the face, hair, and framing you want to carry forward, then describe the change separately.
Compare rather than assume
A shared hair color or room does not prove the face stayed consistent. Compare the original and each result at full size, and return to the original if features drift. Existing collection images are not a verified before-and-after pair.
Before you keep the result.
- Adult age remains explicit
- Identity and presentation are separated
- No real person used without lawful authority
- Branches are reviewed individually
A few questions.
Can a character stay perfectly identical?
No; reference-guided branches improve continuity but each result needs review.
What should vary first?
Lighting, setting, or styling are often clearer first variations than a full pose-and-scene change.
