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Archetype:. An ideal example or model of a person from which similar characters are copied or based. There are many possible archetypes; this is only a partial list. It is possible for characters to fit more than one archetype.
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Archetype: An ideal example or model of a person from which similar characters are copied or based There are many possible archetypes; this is only a partial list. It is possible for characters to fit more than one archetype.
Hero/Heroine: protagonist, positive qualities, usually begins as non-heroic
Faithful Companion:Stays loyal to a person, cause, or idea; sidekick
Villain: antagonist; evil character who seeks to destroy or trap the hero
Trickster: mischievous figure who makes up for physical weakness with cunning and wit
Innocent: an inexperienced person exposed to the evils in the world; spontaneous, trusting, child-like, dependent but optimistic
Caretaker: altruist; moved by compassion, generosity, and selflessness to help others
Outsider/Outcast/Loner:banished from a social group for a crime or just wants to be left alone
Rugged Individualist: braves loneliness and isolation to seek out new paths; relies on personal strengths & merits for survival
Rebel: Anarchist, revolutionary, political protester, nonconformist; often opposes majority & fights for their cause