Descriptions of Archetypes Flashcards
1
Q
- A larger-than-life character that often goes on some kind of journey or quest, usually the story’s protagonist
- In the course of his journey, demonstrates the qualities and abilities valued by his culture
- Seeks to improve the world
- Strong, competent, and courageous
A
The hero
2
Q
- Characters that assist or guide the protagonist
- The visionary
- Can be manipulative and/or charismatic
A
the magician
3
Q
- Fears being powerless
- Seeks revenge
- Radical
- A rebel
A
the outlaw
4
Q
- Desire to protect
- Help others
- Compassionate
A
the caregiver
5
Q
- Desires control
- Power
- Authoritarian
A
the ruler
6
Q
- Seeks to realize a vision
- Makes poor decisions
- Perfectionist
- Does more harm than good
A
the villain
7
Q
- Protectors
- A leader
- Nurturer, Gentle provider
A
the father/mother figure
8
Q
- A friend to the Hero
- Seeks relationships
- Fears being unwanted
- Doesn’t have to be a romantic relationship
A
the lover
9
Q
- Always in the wrong place at the wrong time, but usually win something of value at the end.
- Desires to belong
- Empathetic
A
the orphan/underdog
10
Q
- Tricks others to get them to do what they want
- Can be evil or virtuous
- Seeks enjoyment, lives in the moment
- Practical joker
A
the jester/trickster
11
Q
-A woman who uses her power (intellect, magic, beauty) to make men weak
A
the temptress
12
Q
A woman who needs to be rescued
A
the damsel in distress
13
Q
- Naive
- Tries to do the right thing, but fears being punished
- An inexperienced character that is exposed to the evils in the world
A
the innocent
14
Q
- Seeks out knowledge and the truth
- Intelligent and analytic
- Usually a feminine character (but not always) that the Hero is not attracted to.
A
the platonic ideal/sage
15
Q
- True to one’s soul
- Individualist
- Escape from boredom
A
the explorer
