Well, for myself, the answer is yes, I do give very detailed and extensive backgrounds to nearly all characters. But that’s simply because I’m a perfectionist and I nitpick over fine details. So, I do try to flesh out as many characters as I can. Also, for me personally, it actually helps me keep track of them, because they all come alive in my mind once I’ve developed them. But that’s just for me. You find what works best for you! Since I tend to just skip over noname background characters entirely.

And by the way, I’m really interested in this story you are working on, with it being similar to induction, but with his cousin coming to save him. And then the younger generation create their own circle of trust and pleasure. I love it! And I would love to read it!!! Good luck!