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The Hero - The central figure of the story (protagonist) who undergoes a journey, facing challenges and transformations. They often start as an ordinary person who is then called to adventure., The Shadow - The main antagonist of the story. They reflect the darker aspects of the protagonist, sometimes represented as the mirror image (opposite) of the protagonist and their beliefs. Overall, they are the antagonist or villains present throughout the whole story in varied ways., The Mentor - This character serves as a guide or teacher to the protagonist, providing them with advice, training, or magical assistance. The character is often a wise or experienced figure, although there have been literary and cinematic variances., The Ally - This character is usually a friend or companion who support and accompany the protagonist through their journey. They often complement the protagonist's skills and help them face challenges., The Threshold Guardian - These characters serve as obstacles the protagonist must overcome or circumvent on their journey. They are not always enemies but are present within the story to test the protagonist and give them the belief and ability to continue on their adventure., The Herald - The character that initiates the call to adventure, pushing the protagonist to action, or providing the news or event that triggers their journey., The Shapeshifter - This archetype's loyalty and role are often unclear, and they can serve as an ally or an enemy to the hero. Sometimes both. Their unpredictable nature adds complexity to the story, usually resulting in twists and turns within the plot., The Trickster - This character usually adds levity to the story through comic relief. They can be allies or enemies, but typically they cause trouble for both.,

Character Archetypes of the Hero’s Journey

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