1. Western Literature September 22, 2015
Archetypes
Western Literature
September 22, 2015

2. JOURNAL #4 – ARCHETYPES (9/22/2015)
In your journals, make a list of all of the stereotypes, archetypes, or character types that you can think of.
As we learn about Archetypes, take notes in your journal.

3. Essential Question
Essential Question: How do these generic character types help us to understand ourselves and others?

4. Student Types

5. Student types

6. Student types

7. Student types Movie Example

9. What is an ARCHETYPE?
An archetype is a UNIVERSAL prototype or model from which something is based.
Situation Archetypes
Symbolic Archetypes
Colors
Numbers
Shapes
Nature
Objects
Character Archetypes

10. The Monomyth’s Major Archetypal Characters
The one story that rules them all comprised of the various character types that keep showing up.

12. Archetypes video - take notes
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13. For each character Archetype, try to think of examples from movies or novels that exemplify the traits described.

14. The Hero- “to serve and sacrifice”
The hero must learn in order to grow. Often the heart of a story is not the obstacles he faces, but the new wisdom he acquires, from a mentor, a lover, or even from the villain.
The hero can be an innocent, a wanderer, a martyr, a warrior, a vengeful destroyer, a ruler, or a fool. But the essence of the hero is the sacrifice he makes to achieve his goal.

16. The Mentor- “to guide”
The mentor is a character who aids, trains, guides or offers advice to the hero. The essence of the mentor is the wise old man or woman.
These characters are often found in the roles of drill instructor, coaches, the older policeman, the aged warrior training the squire, a boss, parent or grandparent, etc.

18. Mentor video clip

19. The Herald- “to warn or challenge”
The role of the Herald is to announce the challenge which begins the hero on his story journey.
The Herald is the person or piece of information which upsets the sleepy equilibrium in which the hero has lived and starts the adventure.
The Herald can show up at any time in the story, but usually appear at the beginning.
Can reside within the Hero (dreams/visions) or outside of the Hero (declaration of war/approaching storm).

21. Herald video clip

22. Root Words (Week 3) CRIM (Latin for “fault” and “crime”)
As you come into class, record the roots in your Vocabulary section of your notebook or binder.
Root Words (Week 3)
CRIM (Latin for “fault” and “crime”)
Decriminalize: (verb) To remove or reduce the criminal status
Incriminate: (verb) To show evidence of involvement in a crime
Criminology: (noun) The study of crime and law enforcement

23. Root Words (Week 3) PROB (Latin for “prove” and “proof”)
Approbation: (noun) A formal act of approval or praise
Probity: (noun) Absolute honesty and uprightness (pro-be-tea; not to be confused with propriety)
Reprobate: (noun) A person of thoroughly bad character. As a verb, it means to express disapproval.

24. The Threshold Guardian- “to test”
The threshold guardian is the first obstacle to the hero in his journey- it may be a character, a locked door, an animal or a force of nature such as a tornado.
Frequently the threshold guardian is a henchman or employee of the antagonist.
The threshold guardian can also be an otherwise neutral character, or even a potential ally .
The hero will encounter the guardian early in the story, usually right after he starts his quest.

26. Threshold guardian video clip

27. The Shapeshifter- “to question or deceive”
The Shapeshifter changes role or personality, often in significant ways, and is hard to understand.
That very changeability is the essence of this archetype.
The Shapeshifter's alliances and loyalty are uncertain, and the sincerity of his claims is often questionable. This keeps the hero off guard.

29. Shapeshifter video clip

30. The Trickster- “to disrupt”
The Trickster is a clown, a mischief maker. He provides the comedy relief that a story often needs to offset heavy dramatic tension.
The trickster can be an ally or companion of the hero, or may work for the villain. In some instances the trickster may even be the hero or villain.

32. Trickster video clip

33. The Shadow- “to destroy”
The Shadow archetype is a negative figure, representing our darkest desires, our untapped resources, or greatest fears and phobias.
The shadow is the worthy opponent with whom the hero must struggle- the Anti-Hero.
In a conflict between hero and villain, the fight is to the end; one or the other must be destroyed or embraced and accepted.

35. Allies - “to support”
Fills in gaps where hero is deficient (skills or knowledge)
Represents virtues of hero (could be one sidekick or a team)
Support system (the mentor is more of a teacher)
Allows hero to complete journey

37. Allies video clip

38. Archetype projects
Western Literature

39. PERIOD 5 – ARCHETYPE GROUPS
Jolin O’Connor
James Etten
Michael Cornejo
Kalei Jones
Christian Lopez
Jessi Linan
GROUP #2
GROUP #5
Taylor Wellete
Valerie Kakos
Kylie Uhrig
Taylor Custer
Ryan Hanson
Haddie Elliott
GROUP #3
GROUP #6
Megan Champion
Kaleigh Kinney
Andrew Pippin
Joseph Vargas
Kaitlyn Hafenbredl
Caylie Charlton

40. Your Task: HERO’S JOURNEY CAST
In your small groups, think of a movie, TV show, or novel that has distinct characterizations within the cast of characters. Identify at least seven of the Hero’s Journey archetypes that you see in that movie, TV show, or novel.
You will share your conclusions with the class.

41. Archetype presentation
In your assigned groups, you will be given several different archetypes. Your job will be to create an engaging presentation to the class that defines your NINE archetypes and provides numerous examples for each archetype in various books, movies, TV shows, reality, etc. You also will include your cast of the Hero’s Journey archetypes in a selected TV show, movie, or book.
Your presentation should be around 10 minutes long. Your presentation may not be shorter than 8 minutes or you will lose credit. Your presentation may not exceed 12 minutes or you will be cut off!
You must create a visual accompaniment to present your information to the class in a creative and engaging way. You may use pictures and/or appropriate video clips.
Each group member must participate in brainstorming ideas, creating the presentation, and presenting to the class. Group members will have a “group contribution” grade based on self- and group evaluations.

42. Archetype assignments
For your group presentations, each group receives six archetypes. Research the archetypes and come up with examples from film and literature. The assigned archetypes are listed for each group:
GROUP ONE: The Quest, Death and Rebirth, Innate Wisdom vs. Educated Stupidity, Ice/Snow, Young Person from the Provinces, The Evil Figure with an Ultimately Good Heart, Six
GROUP TWO: The Task, Nature vs. Mechanical World, Mountain, Clouds/Mist, The Initiates, The Scapegoat, Water vs. Desert
GROUP THREE: The Journey, Battle Between Good and Evil, Valley, Rain, Mentors, The Earth Mother, Supernatural Intervention
GROUP FOUR: The Initiation, The Unhealable Wound, Sun, Lightning, The Temptress, The Star-Crossed Lovers, Three
GROUP FIVE: The Ritual, The Magic Weapon, Rivers/Streams, Tree, Loyal Retainers, The Platonic Ideal, Four
GROUP SIX: The Fall, Father-Son Conflict, Stars, The Hero, Friendly Beast, The Damsel in Distress, Seven

43. Homework
Your archetype presentation is on Friday.