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Science Fiction and Fantasy Common Archetypes Science Fiction and Fantasy

Definition of Archetype: the original pattern or model from which all things of the same kind are copied or on which they are based; a model or first form (dictionary.com) an archetype is an original model of a person, ideal example, or a prototype upon which others are copied, patterned, or emulated; a symbol universally recognized by all (Wikipedia.ca)

Hero Unusual circumstances at birth Leaves family and lives with others Traumatic events lead to quest Special weapon Supernatural help Sometimes: proves self on quest, journey and unhealable wound, atonement with father, spiritual reward http://www.iwatchstuff.com/2007/12/14/harry-potter-half-blood.jpg http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_2oAT4jO0hTQ/TIVEIoOKxAI/AAAAAAAAAMM/hKMw5-HnM_o/s1600/Luke__skywalker.jpg

The hero can be saviour or rebel Saviour is the hero who saves the universe Rebel is the leader of a rebellious faction or group looking for a better life Rebel requires a repressive order to fight against http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.bbc.co.uk/nottingham/content/images/2006/10/06/robin_hood_

Old man, Sage This type of character is typically represented as a kind and wise, older father-type figure who uses personal knowledge of people and the world to help tell stories and offer guidance that, in a mystical way, may impress upon his audience a sense of who they are and who they might become, thereby acting as a mentor. (Wikipedia.ca) http://ccinsider.comedycentral.com/photos/uncategorized/2007/11/21/dumbledore004.jpg

Scientist A person of factual scientific knowledge

Clown/fool Archetype: A “sidekick” who creates comic relief but is instrumental to the hero The fool can actually pass on wisdom to other characters, but may not be obvious on first impressions http://lancemannion.typepad.com/photos/uncategorized/donkey.jpg

The Victim A person or people that need their way of life protected http://i13.tinypic.com/8fwxh92.png

The enemy, oppressor or monster A bastion of evil Sometimes this character gets transformed Monster is the alien or wild card that threatens life as we know it http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Sauron.jpg