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What character would be the best example of an archetype?

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In a literary context, characters (and sometimes images or themes) that symbolically embody universal meanings and basic human experiences, independent of time or place, are considered archetypes. For example, one of the most common literary archetypes is the Hero.

Step-by-step explanation:

Lover: character guided by emotion and passion of the heart

Hero: protagonist that rises to a challenge

Outlaw: character that is rebellious or outside societal conventions or demands

Magician: powerful character that understands and uses universal forces

Explorer: character that is driven to explore the unknown and beyond boundaries

Sage: character with wisdom, knowledge, or mentor qualities

Creator: visionary character that creates something significant

Innocent: “pure” character in terms of morality or intentions

Caregiver: supportive character that often sacrifices for others

Jester: Character that provides humor and comic relief with occasional wisdom

Everyman: Character recognized as average, relatable, found in everyday life

Ruler: Character with power of others, whether in terms of law or emotion

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