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Anti-hero

Walter White

Breaking Bad

TV Series 12.4K views

A brilliant chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine manufacturer, exploring themes of pride, family, and moral decay.

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Villain

Hannibal Lecter

The Silence of the Lambs

Film/Books 10.8K views

A sophisticated psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer with a fascinating intellect and psychological depth.

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Hero

Elizabeth Bennet

Pride and Prejudice

Novel 9.7K views

A character ahead of her time, embodying wit, independence, and the courage to defy societal expectations.

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Mentor

Gandalf

The Lord of the Rings

Books/Films 11.2K views

The archetypal wise guide whose journey from Gandalf the Grey to Gandalf the White mirrors the hero's journey.

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Complex Hero

Katniss Everdeen

The Hunger Games

Books/Films 9.1K views

A reluctant symbol of rebellion whose trauma and resilience redefined YA protagonists and dystopian narratives.

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Trickster

Loki

Marvel Cinematic Universe

Film/TV 13.5K views

The God of Mischief whose character evolution spans from villain to anti-hero with complex motivations and loyalties.

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Tragic Hero

Tony Stark

Marvel Cinematic Universe

Film 14.7K views

A billionaire genius whose character arc from self-centered playboy to selfless hero created the foundation of an entire cinematic universe.

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Anti-hero

Geralt of Rivia

The Witcher

Books/Games/TV 10.3K views

A monster hunter whose stoic exterior masks complex emotions and moral code, examined across multiple media adaptations.

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