ARCHETYPES. Introduction Researchers have been able to collect and compare myths, legends, and religions of cultures from all around the world. They discovered.

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ARCHETYPES

Introduction Researchers have been able to collect and compare myths, legends, and religions of cultures from all around the world. They discovered that for centuries, people who had NO contact with each other had passed down stories through generations that were similar to the stories of other cultures. The basic elements of these stories are called ARCHETYPES.

What is an archetype? A character, action, or situation that is a prototype (or pattern) of human life generally A situation that occurs over and over again in literature Quest Initiation Attempt to overcome evil

Archetypal Characters CharacterDescriptionExample The Hero A larger-than-life character that often goes on some kind of journey or quest In the course of his journey, the hero demonstrates the qualities and abilities valued by his culture King Arthur Luke Skywalker (Star Wars) Frodo (The Lord of the Rings) Harry Potter

Archetypal Characters CharacterDescriptionExample The Father Figure The protector and leader Mufasa (The Lion King) The Mother Figure The protective nurturer and gentle provider Mrs. Weasely (Harry Potter) Fairy Godmother (Cinderella) The TemptressA woman who uses her power (intellect, magic, beauty) to make men weak The White Witch (The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe)

Archetypal Characters CharacterDescriptionExample Monster/VillainThe antagonist (opposes the protagonist) The Giant (Jack and the Beanstalk) The InnocentAn inexperienced character that is exposed to the evils in the world Dorothy (The Wizard of Oz) The Damsel in Distress Woman who needs to be rescued Rapunzel Sleeping Beauty

Archetypal Characters CharacterDescriptionExample Helpers (Wise Old Woman, Man, or Animal; Teacher or Mentor) Characters that assist or guide the protagonist Merlin (King Arthur) Yoda (Star Wars) The Trickster/The FoolCharacters who trick others to get them to do what he/she wantsthey can be both virtuous or evil Fred and George Weasely (Harry Potter) Road Runner The UnderdogCharacters who are always in the wrong place at the wrong time, but who usually win something of value in the end The Ugly Duckling Neville Longbottom (Harry Potter)

Archetypal Settings PlaceDescription The CrossroadsThe place of suffering and decision The UnderworldThe place where the hero encounters fear or death The Maze or Labyrinth Represents a puzzling dilemma or great uncertainty The CastleThe strong place of safety; holds the treasure or the princess; may be bewitched or enchanted

Archetypal Journeys Patterns The Quest to Know Who You Are The Quest to Find Knowledge The Quest to Find the Promised Land or to Build a Beautiful City The Warriors Quest to Save the People and Rid the Land of Danger The Quest to Get Revenge The Quest for Fame and Fortune The Fools Quest (a silly person saves the land because of his innocence or foolishness) The Search for Love (to rescue the princess)