self-bumps and OT buried this topic
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Work larger (both canvas and character size). The smaller it is, the better you have to be at pixelling to control it at that level.
Be consistent with black.
Do not reinforce blocky shape of pixels with square forms.
Reuse palette across piece.
Learn basic proportions and anatomy. Learn how to shade and highlight.

To be honest, I’d probably get the essentials of drawing taken care of before attempting to pixel, pixelling has a high learning curve.