1. The Tragic Hero Usually there is only one
Experience extreme suffering and calamity
Often has a fatal flaw in character
Shakespeare’s tragic hero is, at some point torn by an inward struggle or conflict
Shakespeare’s tragic heroes are men of rank. They fall unexpectedly from a high place, a place of glory, or honour, or joy.
The audience feels woe and pity.
His fate affects the welfare of the entire nation or empire.

2. The Tragic Pattern Calendar
BEGIN: A Man of High Estate
A flaw in Character
Intrusion of Time and a Sense of urgency
Mis-readings and Rationalizations
CHAOS: Murder, Exile, Alienation of Enemies and Allies
Gradual isolation of the Tragic Hero
Mobilization of the Opposition
Tragic Recognition of the flaw by the tragic Hero too late
Last, courageous attempt to restore lost honor/greatness
Audience recognizes his potential for greatness
Death of the tragic hero
Restoration of order