Archetypes Flashcards
1
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The Epic Hero
Example:Hercules
A
- Fights for glory as opposed to riches or rewards
- Battles monsters or “The Creature of Nightmare”
- Enjoys going on the journey and is usually successful
2
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The Super Hero
Example: Superman
Antman
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- They have some sort of superhuman powers
- Morally upright
- Fight enemies (who also have super powers)
- Tragic background
3
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The Tragic Hero
Example: Hulk
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- Fatal flaw
- A great character is destined for a downfall or suffering
- Often influenced by fate/destiny/the super natural
- Makes an error in judgement
4
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The Mentor
Example: TMNT-The Splinter
A
- The brains of the operation
- An assistant to hero
- Does not necessarily embark on the hero’s journey with the hero
- May sacrifice himself/herself for the hero or the cause
5
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The Sidekick
Example: Robin
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- Assist the hero on his/her journey
- Not brave talented enough to take the journey on his/her own
- Sometimes you to add a comical edge to the story
6
Q
The Damsel in Distress
Example: Rapunzel
A
- A woman who needs to be rescued
- Typically featured as an ingenue who cannot take care of herself
- Sometimes used to trap a hero or lure him into danger
7
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The Creature of Nightmare
Example: Harry Potter-Voldemort
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- Challenges the hero
- Threatens the lives of the innocent people
- Repellent and sometimes a distorted version of a human
8
Q
The Fool
Example: Shreik- Donkey
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- Provides comic relief
- Is concerned to be less then the hero or a protagonist
- May be an animal
- Is used to help the reader/viewer better understand the hero (based on the way the hero treats “The Fool”)
9
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The Outcast
Example: Tangled- Flynn Rider
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- Shunned by his/her peers
- Destined to roam
- Acussed of a crime (usually)
10
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The Nurturer
Example: Snow White
Fairy God Mother
Matilda-Ms. Honey
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- Dependable
- Takes care of all those around him/her
- Organized
- Patient and kind or stalwart and protective
