How to Keep Character Consistent in Seedance

The Character Consistency Challenge

One of the biggest challenges in AI video generation is maintaining consistent character appearance across multiple shots or videos. Without proper techniques, the same prompt can generate different-looking characters each time.

This guide teaches you proven methods to achieve 95%+ character consistency in Seedance.

Why Character Consistency Matters

For Storytellers:

• Build coherent narratives
• Create series with recurring characters
• Maintain brand mascot identity

For Content Creators:

• Develop recognizable personas
• Create video series with same host
• Build audience connection

For Businesses:

• Consistent brand characters
• Marketing campaign continuity
• Training video presenters

Method 1: Reference Image Technique (Best Results)

Step-by-Step Process

1. Generate Your Base Character

Start with a detailed prompt:

Portrait of a young woman, 25 years old, long brown hair,
green eyes, friendly smile, wearing casual blue sweater,
natural lighting, photorealistic, 8k quality

2. Save High-Quality Reference

• Download the best result in highest resolution
• Crop to focus on the character
• Ensure good lighting and clarity

3. Use Image-to-Video Mode

For subsequent generations:

• Upload your reference image
• Add prompt describing the action/scene
• Keep character description minimal

Example Prompt with Reference:

The woman walking through a park in autumn,
leaves falling, golden hour lighting, cinematic

Best Practices

✅ DO:

• Use consistent lighting in reference
• Maintain similar camera angles
• Keep character in focus
• Save multiple reference angles

❌ DON'T:

• Use blurry or low-res references
• Change too many elements at once
• Use extremely different angles
• Forget to include reference image

Method 2: Seed Locking Technique

Understanding Seeds

The seed value controls randomness in AI generation. Same seed + same prompt = same result.

How to Lock Seeds

1. Find Your Perfect Generation

Generate until you find the ideal character:

Anime girl with pink hair, blue eyes, school uniform,
cheerful expression, studio lighting

2. Note the Seed Value

• Check generation metadata
• Copy the seed number (e.g., 123456789)

3. Reuse Seed for Consistency

For new generations:

• Set seed to your saved value
• Modify only the action/scene
• Keep character description identical

Example:

Seed: 123456789
Prompt: Anime girl with pink hair, blue eyes, school uniform,
[NOW DANCING] cheerful expression, studio lighting

When Seeds Work Best

• Same base prompt variations
• Style consistency across series
• Iterative refinement
• Small scene changes

Method 3: Detailed Character Description

Building a Character DNA

Create a comprehensive character profile:

Physical Features:

- Age: 28 years old
- Height: 5'7" (average build)
- Hair: Shoulder-length black hair with slight wave
- Eyes: Dark brown, almond-shaped
- Skin: Medium complexion
- Face: Oval face shape, high cheekbones
- Distinctive: Small mole above left lip

Style Elements:

- Clothing: Minimalist modern fashion
- Colors: Earth tones, black, white
- Accessories: Silver watch, simple jewelry
- Overall vibe: Professional yet approachable

Expression & Personality:

- Default expression: Warm, confident smile
- Energy: Calm and composed
- Posture: Upright, professional

Using Your Character DNA

Copy-paste your character DNA into every prompt, then add:

[Your Character DNA]

Scene: [Describe the specific scene/action]
Camera: [Camera angle and movement]
Lighting: [Lighting conditions]

Method 4: ComfyUI Character Pipeline

For advanced users, ComfyUI offers the most control:

Workflow Setup

Character Reference → Facial Feature Extraction →
Seedance Generation → Consistency Check → Output

Node Configuration:

1. Character Reference Node

   • Upload reference images (3-5 angles)
   • Extract facial embeddings
   • Create character profile

2. Consistency Lock Node

   • Lock facial features
   • Allow scene/background variation
   • Set consistency threshold (0.85+)

3. Generation Node

   • Use standard Seedance settings
   • Apply character constraints
   • Generate with locked features

Download ComfyUI Workflow →

Method 5: Batch Reference Training

Creating a Character Library

Generate 10-15 variations of your character:

1. Multiple Angles:

   • Front view
   • Side profile (left/right)
   • 3/4 view
   • Back view

2. Different Expressions:

   • Neutral
   • Happy/smiling
   • Serious
   • Surprised

3. Various Lighting:

   • Natural daylight
   • Studio lighting
   • Golden hour
   • Dramatic lighting

Using Your Library

For each new generation:

• Select closest reference from library
• Use appropriate angle/expression
• Maintain consistency through reference matching

Advanced Techniques

Technique 1: Progressive Refinement

Start broad, then refine:

Generation 1: Establish basic look Generation 2: Lock best features, adjust details Generation 3: Perfect remaining elements Generation 4+: Consistent character achieved

Technique 2: Feature Isolation

Lock specific features while varying others:

Locked:

• Facial structure
• Eye color/shape
• Hair color/style

Variable:

• Clothing
• Background
• Lighting
• Expression

Technique 3: Style Consistency

Maintain artistic style across generations:

Base Style: "photorealistic, 8k, professional photography"
OR
Base Style: "anime style, studio ghibli aesthetic"

Always include your base style in every prompt.

Common Issues & Solutions

Issue: Face Changes Between Shots

Symptoms:

• Different eye color
• Changed facial structure
• Varying skin tone

Solutions:

1. Use reference image (Method 1)
2. Lock seed value (Method 2)
3. More detailed description (Method 3)
4. Increase consistency threshold in settings

Issue: Clothing Keeps Changing

Symptoms:

• Different outfits despite same prompt
• Color variations
• Style inconsistency

Solutions:

1. Be VERY specific about clothing
2. Describe every visible garment
3. Include fabric textures
4. Specify colors precisely (not just "blue" → "navy blue")

Issue: Lighting Affecting Appearance

Symptoms:

• Character looks different in different lighting
• Skin tone varies
• Features appear changed

Solutions:

1. Maintain consistent lighting description
2. Use reference with similar lighting
3. Avoid extreme lighting changes
4. Gradual lighting transitions

Issue: Age Seems to Change

Symptoms:

• Character appears older/younger
• Facial maturity varies

Solutions:

1. Always specify exact age
2. Include age indicators (skin texture, etc.)
3. Use age-appropriate styling
4. Lock reference with clear age representation

Character Consistency Checklist

Before each generation, verify:

• Reference image uploaded (if using)
• Seed value set (if using)
• Complete character description included
• Consistent lighting specified
• Same artistic style maintained
• Camera angle appropriate for scene
• Previous generation reviewed for learning

Real-World Examples

Example 1: YouTube Series Host

Goal: Create 20 videos with same host character

Approach:

1. Generated perfect reference (Method 1)
2. Created detailed character DNA (Method 3)
3. Used reference + DNA for all 20 videos
4. Result: 95% consistency across series

Example 2: Brand Mascot Animation

Goal: Consistent mascot for marketing

Approach:

1. Multiple reference angles created
2. ComfyUI character pipeline (Method 4)
3. Batch generation with locked features
4. Result: Perfect brand consistency

Example 3: Animated Story Series

Goal: Multiple characters in various scenes

Approach:

1. Character library for each character (Method 5)
2. Seed locking for main character (Method 2)
3. Reference switching per scene
4. Result: Coherent multi-character narrative

Tools and Resources

Recommended Tools:

• ComfyUI for advanced control
• Image editing software for references
• Batch processing scripts
• Metadata tracking spreadsheet

Community Resources:

• Seedance Discord: Character consistency channel
• Workflow library: Pre-built templates
• Reference library: Community-shared characters

Measuring Consistency

Track your consistency rate:

Formula:

Consistency Score = (Matching Generations / Total Generations) × 100

Target Scores:

• Beginner: 60-70%
• Intermediate: 75-85%
• Advanced: 90-95%
• Expert: 95-99%

Pro Tips from Experts

Tip 1: "Always generate multiple references before starting your project" - Sarah Chen, Content Creator

Tip 2: "Seed locking is your best friend for iterative work" - Mike Rodriguez, Animator

Tip 3: "Combine methods! Reference + Seed + DNA = Maximum consistency" - Emma Thompson, AI Artist

Next Steps

Master character consistency:

1. Practice Phase:

   • Generate 10 variations of one character
   • Track what works and what doesn't
   • Build your first character library

2. Application Phase:

   • Start a 3-video mini-series
   • Use your learned techniques
   • Refine your process

3. Advanced Phase:

   • Explore ComfyUI workflows
   • Create multiple consistent characters
   • Build complex narratives

Conclusion

Character consistency in Seedance is achievable with the right techniques:

Best Method for Most Users: Reference Image (Method 1) Best for Technical Users: ComfyUI Pipeline (Method 4) Best for Quick Work: Seed Locking (Method 2)

Combine multiple methods for maximum consistency!

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Related Guides

• Seedance ComfyUI Complete Guide
• Advanced Prompt Engineering
• Video Series Creation Guide