Archetypal Characters

The Hero                

The Hero is a protagonist whose life is a series of well-marked adventures.

The circumstances of his birth are unusual, and he is raised by a guardian. He will have to leave

his kingdom, only to return to it upon reaching manhood. Characterized by courage, strength, and

honor, the hero will endure hardship, even risk his life for the good of all. Leaves the familiar to

enter an unfamiliar and challenging world.

  

Young Man from the Provinces         

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