I need some pointers on spriting

[Chaoxys]

THE SIMPLEST ON PIXELS SHADING OR ANYTHING PLEASE

Main thing I'm going to say is not to pillow shade (don't make the light source directly in the center), make a smooth outline, and try not to use a lot of colors, and don't use the defualt MSPaint palette.

Other than that, I think it is best ofr one to learn on their own, that way you can come up with your own creative styles.