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The Eight Hero Archetypes

001: THE CHIEF

A dynamic leader, he has time for nothing but work. He might have been born to lead, or perhaps he conquered his way to the top, but either way, he’s tough, decisive, goal-oriented. That means he is also a bit overbearing and inflexible.

Think William Shatner in Star Trek; Harrison Ford in Sabrina, or Marlon Brando in The Godfather

002. THE BAD BOY

Dangerous to know, he walks on the wild side. This is the rebel, or the boy from the wrong side of the tracks. He’s bitter and volatile, a crushed idealist, but he’s also charismatic and street smart.

 Think James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause, Matt Damon in Good Will Hunting, Patrick Swayze in Dirty Dancing

003. THE BEST FRIEND

Sweet and safe, he never lets anyone down. He’s kind, responsible, decent, a regular Mr. Nice Guy. This man doesn’t enjoy confrontation and can sometimes be unassertive because he doesn’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings. But he’ll always be there.

Think Think Jimmy Stewart in It’s a Wonderful Life, Adam Sandler inThe Wedding Singer, Hugh Grant in Four Weddings & a Funeral, Kevin Spacey in American Beauty

004. THE CHARMER

More than a gigolo, he creates fantasies. He’s fun, irresistible, a smooth operator, yet not too responsible or dependable. He might be a playboy or a rogue, but he’s doesn’t commit to a woman easily. 

Think Leonardo DiCaprio in Titanic, James Garner/Mel Gibson in Maverick, Don Johnson in Nash Bridges, Dustin Hoffman in Midnight Cowboy.

005. THE LOST SOUL

A sensitive being, he understands. Tortured, secretive, brooding, and unforgiving. That’s this man. But he’s also vulnerable. He might be a wanderer or an outcast. In work he’s creative, but probably also a loner.

Think Mel Gibson in Lethal Weapon, David Duchovny in The X-Files, Beast in Beauty and the Beast, Shrek.

006. THE PROFESSOR

Coolly analytical, he knows every answer. He’s logical, introverted, and inflexible, but genuine about his feelings. At work  he likes cold, hard facts, thank you very much. But he’s also honest and faithful, and won’t let you down. 

Think Leonard Nimoy in Star Trek, Robin Williams in Flubber, Kelsey Gramner in Frasier, Russell Crowe in A Beautiful Mind.

007. THE SWASHBUCKLER

Mr. Excitement, he’s an adventure. This guy is action, action, and more action. He’s physical and daring. Fearless, he’s a daredevil, or an explorer. He needs thrills and chills to keep him happy. 

Think Antonio Banderas in The Mask of Zorro, Michael Douglas in Romancing the Stone, Harrison Ford in Raiders of the Lost Ark.

008. THE WARRIOR

A noble champion, he acts with honor. This man is the reluctant rescuer or the knight in shining armor. He’s noble, tenacious, relentless, and he always sticks up for the underdog. If you need a protector, he’s your guy. He doesn’t buckle under to rules, or and he doesn’t go along just to get along.

Think Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry, Russell Crowe in Gladiator, Mel Gibson in Braveheart.

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Scarlet_Sky
#1
Chapter 3: Thanks for sharing this! Needed some inspiration and this is exactly what I was looking for.
RavenUchiha
#2
Chapter 4: Very interesting. I used to write fan fiction stories before I went to college, but after I graduated, my brain pretty much deteriorated. I can't write a story to save my life. I have to start looking for inspiration from places and I decided to look on AFF. This is a pretty cool group. I like most of the ideas on here. Who knows, I might be able to come up with something.
shesamytheu
#3
Chapter 87: Wow the plot is really interesting. Has anyone written a story based on it yet? I'd like to read c:

And tysm for this thread. It's really helpful.
Black_Listed
#4
Chapter 95: For a writer tips, could you do one with verbs of "said"? Do you get me? I think that would be really useful.
LynnseeRae
#5
Chapter 41: Love this collection! So many amazing ideas! Thank you~
fruits
#6
this is really helpful for me
i hope for more updates :)
IRDINAPASTEL
#7
Chapter 35: Oh my gosh, the trailer though!
And I cracked up at the end of the video 'cause it said 'FOR MY TUMBLR FAMILY'
YeojaUiMongsang
#8
Chapter 8: Yo! Hi there. I was just browsing on through and I really like the idea of this plot right here. Like I can already imagine what I would want to do with it and who I’d want to use. Don’t think I’d plan on putting it up anytime soon tho, but definitely want to make a story with this sometime in the future! So would that be cool with you? Because I wanna get your permission to so I can start planning and working on it soon and be ready by the time I do actually wanna post it. If yes, I’ve got a question; is it okay if I change the title? Since I’ve already came up with another one I like more.