Everyone has to start somewhere! I'd say try and collect some references for species, any specific colours/patterns you like, outfits, and body-type would be a really good visual reference, and if you can get a personality roughed out that's really helpful, too!

Got it, I think most artists I've worked with want at least like, a mood board kind of thing? I hope the idea phase is fun and going well, though!

Strayserval usually has some slots open at the beginning of the month, you'll want to make sure you have plenty of references and description ready to go

Some of my fully finished Templars if you are new here and are wondering what the end result is gonna be :)