represent inherent truths in human nature

represent a pattern of (usually negative) traits that have become attributed to a particular gender, culture, or type of person

usually thrown into extraordinary circumstances beyond their control through which they need to fight for a singular objective

is a dark reflection of the hero. They might show us weaknesses in the hero that they fight to keep hidden

main role is to offer the hero a way to stay grounded despite all the obstacles they’re facing.

character has an objective that is in direct conflict with the hero’s, and in order for them to reach their goal, they need to make sure that the main character is unable to reach theirs

archetype really just wants everyone to get along. They’re usually a “good” character, in the sense of having a functioning moral compass, but they lack the courage and capacity for self-sacrifice that the hero has

is older (sometimes), wiser (always), and has knowledge and experiences beyond that of the hero’s.

archetype represents a supportive, nurturing presence in the hero’s life.

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Archetypes

English IV

Question	Answer
archetypes	represent inherent truths in human nature
stereotypes	represent a pattern of (usually negative) traits that have become attributed to a particular gender, culture, or type of person
The Hero	usually thrown into extraordinary circumstances beyond their control through which they need to fight for a singular objective
The Shadow	is a dark reflection of the hero. They might show us weaknesses in the hero that they fight to keep hidden
The Sidekick	main role is to offer the hero a way to stay grounded despite all the obstacles they’re facing.
The Villian	character has an objective that is in direct conflict with the hero’s, and in order for them to reach their goal, they need to make sure that the main character is unable to reach theirs
The Lover	archetype really just wants everyone to get along. They’re usually a “good” character, in the sense of having a functioning moral compass, but they lack the courage and capacity for self-sacrifice that the hero has
The Mentor	is older (sometimes), wiser (always), and has knowledge and experiences beyond that of the hero’s.
The Mother	archetype represents a supportive, nurturing presence in the hero’s life.

Created by: Jodom

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