Character Archetypes
This archetype represents the main protagonist who drives the story forward
Hero
This color often symbolizes calm, trust, or sadness
Blue
The beginning of the story where characters and setting are introduced
Exposition
A struggle inside a character, like guilt or fear
Character vs. self
To depart from an established course or standard
Deviate
This character guides the hero with wisdom and advice
The Mentor
Associated with danger, passion, and urgency, this color catches attention quickly
Red
The event that sparks the main conflict
Inciting incident
This conflict occurs when two characters oppose each other
Character vs. character
Kind, generous, and well-meaning
Benevolent
This archetype often embodies evil or opposition to the hero
The Shadow
This color represents growth, renewal, and nature
Green
Events and complications that increase tension are part of this
Rising action
A character faces a challenge imposed by rules or norms
Character vs. society
To make something more noticeable or prominent
Accentuate
Known for humor and mischeif, this archetype challenges the status quo
The Trickster
Happiness, energy, and optimism are often linked with this color.
Yellow
Part of the story where tension peaks
turning point/climax
Conflict caused by storms, disasters, etc.
Character vs. nature
Kept secret or done secretly, especially for illicit reasons
Clandestine
This archetype is the loyal friend who supports the hero's journey
The Ally
Symbolizing purity, innocence, or emptiness, this color is often used in minimalist design
White
Where conflicts are resolved
Resolution/conclusion
Ghosts, mythical creatures, magic!
Character vs. supernatural
To place side by side for comparison
Juxtapose