Character Archetypes
A courageous person who wants to prove themselves.
What is the hero?
The mask we use to conceal our inner selves from the outside world.
What is the persona?
The highest point of tension, drama, or emotional intensity in a story.
What is the climax?
A figure of wisdom or knowledge. For example, wizards and revered teachers.
What is the wise old man?
A man's unconscious, inner feminine side.
What is the Anima?
Campbell's idea applies to this traditional story that typically features a phenomenon.
What is a myth?
Likes to make people laugh and give people happiness overall.
What is the jester?
Used to communicate a message or underscore a theme using imagery.
What is colour?
The hero encounters challenges and forces, wins a decisive victory, and returns with the power to help others.
What is a monomyth?
Needs to belong and feel ordinary, as part of a group. Desires to connect with others.
What is the everyman?
Commonly used to represent some form of contrast or conflict.
What is the shadow?
A metaphor for psychological growth and life challenges.
What is a journey?