2010 Writers discussion

Hola everybody. I wasn't going to make a new topic except that there didn't seem to be one for questions.
So here it is: how many characters do you like to have in one story? I seem to add them in often but I've un-added one recently to a book I'm working on. So I guess, here's a topic for questions and do you guys think I should add him back in or leave him out for now. I already have about 5 main characters.
Peace,
Sam ♥

Jillian wrote: "It really depends on the story. I've read some books that have only primarily dealt with about ten characters (including main and supporting roles), so you should use your own judgment as best you..."

Thanks Jillian! I asked myself what you said and nah, he's really not important to the story... Just another character. So I'm taking him (and actually another un-important) character out. :)

The one im writing now there are 2 mains and 4 supporting roles.
Though 2 of my supporting roles get killed off. At about the halfway mark. So 6 charries in all.

Jillian wrote: "Glad to help. :)

(Now if only I could help myself just as easily when it comes to writing . . . *laugh*)"

I'm sorry I'm late in posting this but, if you'd like help/advise I'd be glad to try!