The greatest pieces of literature would be nothing without their characters. This could be regarded as an obvious statement, of course stories cannot be made without the people — and sometimes animals ...

When I'm starting a new project, I try to list all the characters out just to see who I think will be in the narrative. Then, I try to break down who they are and why they should be there. In order to ...

Found throughout cultures, this timeless character archetype is a folkloric figure embodying the spirit of mischief, humor, and unpredictability. They are a witty, cunning, chaotic, and sometimes ...

Quick, name a few stereotyped roles for women in literature. Whore with a heart of gold, overachiever, shrew. Victorian angel in the house, femme fatale, prima donna. Where do these archetypes come ...

Your favorite TV character might be more than comic relief. Explore how Jungian archetypes shape behavior, emotion, and ...

With the various classes and characters in Dungeons & Dragons, the number of archetypes you can think of when playing is up to you and your imagination. The characters’ abilities, how they act in the ...