ARCHETYPES
Sometimes, a naive character whose primary plot function is to be rescued.
The Damsel in Distress
God of travel, trade, and communication. Messenger god.
Hermes
Goddess of marriage and family
Hera
This man flew too close to the sun with wax wings
Icarus
Half human (upper body) and half horse (lower body)
Centaur
A wise and helpful character that helps the young hero/heroine archetype. Often seen as a father figure.
The Mentor
God of the sun, music, prophecy, and healing.
Apollo
Goddess of wisdom, war strategy, and crafts
Athena
This hero killed the Minotaur in the labyrinth.
Theseus
Giant dog with three heads.
Cerberus
A character who must overcome several obstacles in order to reach his/her objective.
The Hero / Heroine
God of war and violence.
ARES
Goddess of spring and queen of the underworld
Persephone
This woman opened a box and released all evils into the world.
Pandora
Giant with one eye in the center of the forehead.
Cyclops
An unethical character of immense provocative charm and wit, who utilizes the character and leads them into treacherous situations. It includes sirens and femme fatales.
The Temptress
God of desire and attraction.
Eros
Goddess of harvest and fertility
Demeter
This hero defeated Medusa using a reflective shield.
Perseus
Body of a lion + head and wings of an eagle.
Griffin
The source of nurturing, unconditional love, patience, devotion, and unselfish acts. She cares for and guides the hero/heroine.
The Mother figure
God of wine, pleasure, and theater.
Dionysus
One of the three virgin goddesses.
Artemis / Athena / Hestia
This hero completed 12 labors, including defeating the Nemean lion.
Heracles (Hercules)
Half human, half goat.
Satyr