Protagonist vs. Antagonist: What’s the difference?

The protagonist and antagonist are archetypal characters who represent the two sides of a conflict in literature. They can be human, natural elements, or two sides of the same character. The protagonist seeks to solve the problem while the antagonist opposes their efforts. A narrative must have at least two major roles, including the hero […]

What’s a protagonist?

A protagonist is the main character in a work, often the hero or heroine. The antagonist is the character who conflicts with the protagonist. Tragic flaws can lead to the protagonist’s downfall, while in comedy, the protagonist develops from chaos to order. In some works, there is no defined protagonist. A protagonist is the protagonist […]

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