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Character Archetypes. Introduction Similar to plots, many characters fit certain archetypal molds Many character archetypes exist, though a few are found.

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1 Character Archetypes

2 Introduction Similar to plots, many characters fit certain archetypal molds Many character archetypes exist, though a few are found more commonly than others

3 1: The Hero usually main character may or may not be brave/strong important characteristic is self-sacrifice for the greater good may be willing or reluctant, but always endures hardships for the sake of his or her goal 3 major types

4 Archetypal Hero Archetypal Hero: courageous, noble and strong hero who needs no one to push him or her to do what’s right e.g Superman

5 Tragic Hero Tragic Hero: has heroic qualities, but a tragic flaw leads to his or her downfall e.g. Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader

6 Antihero Antihero: still endures hardship to do what’s right, but may use non-heroic methods to achieve his or her goal (may also be reluctant or seemingly uncaring) e.g. Wolverine

7 2: The Mentor helps or trains main character is often an older character, and is usually intelligent and/or experienced often gives main character a gift that is important later in the story e.g. Obi-Wan Kenobi from Star Wars: A New Hope

8 3: The Threshold Guardian first obstacle to main character after passing this obstacle, main character passes through a “gateway” (real or metaphorical) that leads to change and growth not necessarily an antagonist- may be neutral or even become an ally e.g. Cerberus from Dante’s Inferno

9 4: The Herald messenger that informs main character of something that leads him or her on his journey or away from everyday life in some way not necessarily a person or living thing e.g. White Rabbit from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

10 5: The Shapeshifter changes role or personality (or allegiance) during story loyalty/allegiance is uncertain, and his/her sincerity may be questioned at all times is sometimes a romantic interest for the main character, or a good friend that may betray him/her e.g. Gollum from the Lord of the Rings series

11 6: The Shadow negative figure that represents what society is against usually the antagonist and/or villain often represents qualities opposite to those of the main character e.g. The Joker

12 7: The Trickster mischief maker provides comic relief (or added comedy) to a story can be with or against main character, but is usually mentally strong and physically weak e.g. Merry and Pippin from the Lord of the Rings series

13 8: The Damsel in Distress female character in need of rescue often rescued by hero of the story e.g. Princess Zelda more recently, role has been at times filled by a male character when a female heroine is the focus of the story e.g. Nemo in Finding Nemo

14 9: Femme Fatale female character who is beautiful, mysterious and dangerous often attracts the protagonist, then betrays him or her often very intelligent and charismatic e.g. Circe in The Odyssey


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