Character Archetype List
This is a list of character "types" that you often see in cinema or stories. These will hopefully help you to get a start on creating your character. Please be sure to read all accepted character profiles to avoid overlap.

The Angst-Ridden Youth
Alright James Dean, we know you're going through a lot of changes right now, but get over it. You're handsome, but sullen, conflicted and probably at odds with everything in power.

The Avenger
Now that everything has been taken away from you, the only thing that can calm your soul, make life worth living again is to enact revenge on those who destroyed your happiness.

The Acrobat
Your style and grace are uncontested, and your abilities take onlookers' breath away- and that's when you're not in battle. If your flashy finesse doesn't impress your enemies, think of how good you'll look when you're kicking their asses.

The Born Loser
The grass is always greener on the other side for you. Although you're probably friendly, kind and at least a little intelligent, things just don't seem to work out for you, and your life just ends up miserable.

The Chosen One
When you were born, the stars aligned, the earth shook, and the heavens wept. You have the potential to be the greatest hero ever known, even if you've got a huge Messiah complex.

The Clumsy Hero
Whoops, you didn't mean to do that. Oops, you're sorry! You didn't mean to hit that guy in the nose. Oh no, did you break something? Somewhere between all your blundering, you actually managed to save the day, so it isn't a big deal.

The Cold Beauty
How can someone so lovely be so cold? Marvelous as your beauty is, it hasn't avoided you a lifetime full of pain - but you've managed to turn that pain into strength.

The Cop on the Edge
A jaded police officer, you'll go to any means to see justice served, even if you have to bend the rules and bust some heads in the process.

The Drunken Master
What's life without a good drink or seven? "Too Much" isn't in your vocabulary, and that's probably a good thing - your skills are actually more honed when you're inebriated, and you're capable of things that you'd never dream of doing sober.

The Fiery Youth
Your passion and drive is encompassed only by your inexperience. You have an undying need to prove yourself as soon as possible, no matter what it takes.

The Frat Boy
Your uniform: a pink striped polo with popped collar, khaki shorts, aviator shades and a shell necklace. Your Lifeblood: Beer. Your purpose in life: Party. People hate you, but you love yourself. So crack open an ice cold natty light, king of college crap, and be sure to haze those freshmen good.

The Girl-Next-Door
You're a kind, friendly familiar face that is often overlooked, despite being a truly beautiful person. You don't have many bells or whistles, but you're amazing enough by just being you.

The Granola
You're a total hippie. You love plants and animals. You don't eat meat and you don't use anything that might put "harmful chemicals" into your body. You're probably from California, and you probably don't shower as much as you should. Eww.

The Hero with a Tragic Past
You've overcome trial after trial, heartache after heartache. You may or may not be ready to face your demons yet, but despite all you've been through, you're able to do what you believe is right.

The Holy Warrior
You were chosen by the gods to carry out a divine mission, and you do so without question- no matter what the physical, mental, or emotional cost put upon you.

The Guard
You've dedicated your life to protecting something, and any threat to it is going to have to go right over your dead body.

The Indie Kid
You love music, but only if it's not on MTV. You love films, but only if they're not in a major theater. Obsessed with being underground, you wear trucker hats and drink Pabst Blue Ribbon beer to be ironic.

The Ingenue
You don't understand why there is evil in the world, or why fighting is necessary. Your pureheartedness melts the icy dispositions of those around you, and you yearn for peace in a war-torn world.

The Jester
Whether you know it or not, you have the ability to lighten a tense crowd through sheer sense of humor, clumsiness or hilarious hijinks. You'll pull the party together when things start to fall apart with your ability to make people laugh.

The Jock
You're a sports star and everyone seems to love you. You may not be very bright, but you've got skill and agility on your side.

The Knight Errant
You go where you are needed, and never stay longer than you have to. Credit for your good deeds is never an issue, and you are a force of righteousness in the world. You goody-two-shoes.

The Lovable Rogue
You may steal from the rich and give to the poor, You may be a hero of the peasant class, or you may just have a wonderful personality. Either way, you're a ruffian and a rogue that people just can't bring themselves to hate.

The Loyal Soldier
No matter what the order is, you'll do it. If your commanding officer asks you to take part in a mission that requires you to leave your home and family for years and years, you'd gladly take it.

The Nerd
The obsessive love you have for computers or math or English literature has made society scorn you and label you a "nerd". You are proud of your comic book-reading and anime watching, though.

The Noble
You're part of the upper crust of society, and boy do you know it. You know how to enjoy the finer things in life, and while you may let it get to your head, it's not a bad thing to be better than anyone else. God forbid you go outside every once in a while.

The Oddball
You are weird. Not in the crazy caffeine rush kind of way, though. You seem a little off: your behavior is very eccentric and you don't seem all that bright. When it comes down to it, though, you've actually got a good head on your shoulders and can help your friends out in a pinch with your strange array of knowledge.

The Popular Girl
The Queen Bee on campus, people may not love you, but they sure act like they do. You're always invited to all the parties, and insist that you be well liked by everyone.

The Poser
Oh man, the cool crowd sure does look tempting doesn't it? Too bad you're trying just a bit too hard to fit in, and often end up being the butt of all their jokes.

The Rebellious Princess
Maybe you're at odds with the beliefs of your government. Maybe your family is trying to marry you off. Maybe you're just tired of arguing with your dad. Whatever it is, you're going to cause your family some stress by standing up for what you believe in.

The Repentant Traitor
You've wronged your former allies, but now have seen the error in your ways. You wish to return to the group you once belonged to, but have to earn their trust back, first.

The Strategist
You possess a great analytical mind. You're able to think ahead in any situation to plan what the most desirable outcome may be, whether in a war room or on a battlefield. Your keen wits are your strongest weapon.

The Repentant
You've done horrible things, made terrible mistakes. But that's in the past, and you're willing to do everything in your power to make things right again.

The Scholar
Having spent your life absorbed in records and books, you understand the need for education. This does not mean you have spent your life inside libraries- you may be so inclined to travel and learn the ways of the world for yourself, to quench your insatiable thirst for knowledge.

The Soccer Mom
There's work to finish, dinner to make, homework to help with and kids to pick up from practice, and you're going to get it all done before bedtime. You're supermom.

The Sorority Girl
You aren't really your own person so much as an extension of a larger, borg-like creature. This creature is your sorority. You and your friends, who all look identical to you, scamper about campus with your pink tote bags and skip class at every opportunity.

The Strongman
Your muscles ripple like waves, and your strength causes nearby women to faint. You could probably lift an elephant if you tried hard enough. Your concept of inner strength is best shown on the epidermis. You're a powerhouse.

The Tomboy
In an attempt to just do what you want, you manage to do what most other girls aren't able to do--just be one of the guys. You love football and drinking and playing sports on the oval, but still manage to retain a bit of femininity in the process. On the downside, you'll never find a guy that will date you.

The Vigilante
Whether you're battling an oppressive government, attackers from the outside, or simply for your own beliefs, you're ready to fight and you're taking matters into your own hands. While some may frown on your methods, you get the job done well.

The Wanton
On the battlefield, you've torn through foe and friend alike in your thirst for blood. Your exploits of savagery are the stuff of legends as well of the stuff of nightmares. But you're not such a bad guy, really!

The Wise Old Man
You've been around the block a few times. You've borne witness to decades of events, and you're not about to let those whippersnappers today repeat them. You've probably picked up the ability to kick a few rappscallions around along the way, too.

Most of the archetypes found here were borrowed, with permission, from The Farthest Land.