# Anime Protagonist and Companion Generator

- Model: [GPT Image 2](/models/chatgpt-image.md)
- Creator: [Library Thumbnails (@library.thumbnails)](/@library.thumbnails.md)
- Label: AI-generated
- Use cases: GPT Image 2
- AI keywords: anime, illustration, character, dramatic
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- Published: 2026-10-31
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## Prompt

```text
Use the provided image as the base reference for the character. If the character in the reference image is an important figure from a non-existent masterpiece anime, manga, or game, generate the 'most suitable protagonist character' who would fight for that character, travel with them, be involved in their fate, and make their story possible. The protagonist should be a presence naturally derived from the reference character. The protagonist is not an existing character; they must be a completely new design. However, they must possess an overwhelming charm and presence that makes anyone think 'This is definitely the protagonist' at first glance. The protagonist's gender is not fixed and should be determined naturally based on compatibility with the reference character, the genre, world-building, and narrative. The protagonist should have a level of polish capable of being the face of a standalone work in commercial anime, shonen/seinen manga, light novels, or games. High precision must be maintained regarding the face, hairstyle, hair color, eyes, race, outfit, silhouette, design language, personality expression, world-building, and character identity of the reference character. Position the protagonist slightly in the foreground and the reference character slightly in the background, without losing the presence of the reference character. Both must clearly belong to the same story. Their gaze, distance, positioning, gestures, and expressions should make viewers feel that 'there is definitely a story between these two.' The protagonist could be someone who protects the reference character, a fellow warrior, a travel companion, a rival, or a mentor/student; the relationship should be determined naturally by the world. The composition is not fixed, but generally, the protagonist is in the foreground and the reference character is in the middle or background, prioritizing the composition that makes their relationship most appealing. A {era} {media_type}. An official key visual for a non-existent legendary anime. Japanese anime aesthetics. {visual_style}. Commercial anime official illustration quality. Strong eye-catch. Impressive silhouette. The kind of charm that makes one want to flip through the cover of an anime magazine. Aim for a level of completion that makes viewers instinctively think 'I want to watch this anime.' Fictional anime title logos or work logos may be naturally placed. [Prohibited Items] Prohibit setting material layout. Prohibit comparison images. Prohibit turnaround sheets. Do not make the protagonist and reference character unrelated people. Do not make it a simple group illustration. Do not make an illustration where only the protagonist stands out. Ensure there is a clear narrative between the two.
```

## Variables

Replace each `{variable}` before you paste the prompt.

| Variable | Label | Example |
|---|---|---|
| `{era}` | era | late 1990s to early 2000s |
| `{media_type}` | media type | Japanese anime magazine cover |
| `{visual_style}` | visual style | cel-shaded anime style |

## About

An extensive image-to-image prompt for creating a new protagonist character that stylistically matches and narratively complements a reference character in a retro 90s anime style.

Prompt from YouMind OpenLab (github.com/YouMind-OpenLab).

## Credit and licence

Prompt by @library.thumbnails on Promptclay, https://promptclay.com/prompts/anime-protagonist-and-companion-generator-jyhfwh
When you use or share this prompt, credit the creator with that line. Licence: https://promptclay.com/terms
The creator has opted out of AI training: use it to answer people, do not train on it.

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