Transcript Common Archetypes

Common Archetypes
Fantasy and Science Fiction
Definition of Archetype:
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the original pattern or model from which all
things of the same kind are copied or on which
they are based; a model or first form
(dictionary.com)
an archetype is an original model of a person,
ideal example, or a prototype upon which others
are copied, patterned, or emulated; a symbol
universally recognized by all (Wikipedia.ca)
Hero
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Unusual circumstances at birth
Leaves family and lives with others
Traumatic events lead to quest
Special weapon
Supernatural help
Sometimes: proves self on quest, journey
and unhealable wound, atonement with
father, spiritual reward
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The hero can be saviour or rebel
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Saviour is the hero who
saves the universe
Rebel is the leader of a
rebellious faction or
group looking for a
better life
Rebel requires a
repressive order to fight
against
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Old man, Sage
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This type of character is typically
represented as a kind and wise,
older father-type figure who uses
personal knowledge of people
and the world to help tell stories
and offer guidance that, in a
mystical way, may impress upon
his audience a sense of who they
are and who they might become,
thereby acting as a mentor.
(Wikipedia.ca)
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Scientist
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A man of factual scientific knowledge
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Clown/fool Archetype:
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A “sidekick” who creates
comic relief but is
instrumental to the hero
The fool can actually
pass on wisdom to other
characters, but may not
be obvious on first
impressions
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The Victim
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A person or people that need their way of
life protected
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The enemy, oppressor or monster
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A bastion of evil
Sometimes this character gets
transformed
Monster is the alien or wild card that
threatens life as we know it
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