Stereotypes
A character trope where the male protagonist falls in love with an ethereal, beautiful woman who lives in his imagination.
Manic Pixie Dream Girl
What is A word or phrase that identifies, describes, or characterizes something specific but also carries a connotation of disapproval or disparagement?
Stereotype
one that has a unique way of looking at things.
The Neurotic Type
A character in a work of media who is a member of a minority group but is often used to fulfill a representation quota rather than to develop a complex and nuanced character.
Token Minority
A character who, for whatever reason, is prophesied to save the world.
The Chosen One
A character who is not necessarily evil. They may be good at heart, but they have made decisions that have led to some negative outcomes.
AntiHero
a character archetype who is obsessed with science and technology, often to the point where they lose touch with reality.
The Mad Scientist
Name a Geek or Nerd in the slides
A physical specimen who is not particularly bright but still very active.
The Dumb Jock
It may be the most common trope on television today.
The Mean Girl
a character trope in which a girl is portrayed as being intelligent and having good academic skills.
The Smart Girl
Name a Damsel in Distress we covered
Daphne and Mary Jane and Gwen Stacy
An attractive woman, especially one who is likely to cause distress or disaster to a man who becomes involved with her.
Femme Fatale
A character who accompanies the protagonist on their journey.
The Sidekick
often associated with a stereotype of intelligence, bookishness and interest in science topics.
The Geek or Nerd
Name a Wise Elder we covered in the slides
Yoda, Mr. Myagi, Mr. Oogway
an archetype that comes from many different religions and cultures.
The Wise Elder
a character trope in which the main character is saved from danger by another character and then falls in love with that person.
The Damsel in Distress
a character trope that features a male character who is rebellious, antisocial, and/or unkempt.
The Bad Boy
Name a chosen one we covered.
Harry Potter and Rey