Anti-Hero/ines are like the hero/ines with fatal flaws, which can lead to their downfall or deaths (e.g. Macbeth or Hamlet by William Shakespeare). But the anti-hero/ines donât necessarily have to lose. They are flawed characters, but this can even help them and lead them to victory. The anti-hero/ines are often more liked by the readers, because they can relate more to them and the character is interesting. While they have flaws and negative traits, they can also show positive traits. Â The anti-heroes tend to be the opposite of the heroes.
Investigators try to solve issues and problems, often obsessed with finding a solution to everything.
The Bosses donât know failure. They always want to be the best in everything and are used to getting what they want. Fun and wasting time is not an option for them.
The Bullies donât accept weakness and pretend like they donât have any.
The Bureaucrats are people who follow the rules all the time and act responsible. (e.g. Neville Longbottom in Harry Potter)
The Caregivers are very generous characters who protect and care for others. They act like a parent to everyone. They might be very optimistic.
The Catalysts bring action into the plot, by having certain skills or knowledge that lead to other characters acting. (e.g. Gandalf in The Lord of The Rings)
The Charismatics are real adventurers, dangerous to know and you might never really know them. They seem alluring and smart, but are often the wrong people to be around, however irresistible they might be. They seem rebellious and dark at times.
The Charmers are playful, flirting, sweet and irresistible. They create fantasies, but are not very responsible or nurturing. They often tend to dismiss those around them.
The Cornerstones are always there for you and donât let you down. They are reliable, act sweet and loyal. They donât like conflicts and are often very supportive.
The Crusaders are strong fighters, people on a mission. They would do everything to reach their goals. They are strong and take every opportunity they are offered to succeed in their actions.
The Dramas always overreact. They are very sensitive and emotive and little things can make them go crazy - but maybe all this can be only an act to get attention? Depends on the character.
The Free Spirits follow their hearts, not their minds. The free spirits might seem a little strange to the others, since they are always very optimistic, playful and full of love. They donât let others influence their own beliefs and act according to their own satisfaction. (e.g. Luna Lovegood in Harry Potter)
The Hero/ines are good characters who fight against the villains and  they try to make the world or another certain place peaceful again. The hero/ines are often characterized as brave and strong.
The Jesters only think about having fun, they are very spontaneous. They are also known as the jokers or the comedians, but their friends would sometimes like them to be more serious and might get annoyed with them at some point. When rules are established, the jesters tend to break them. They can lift the mood in stressful situations and conflicts, using their humor and are often liked and easy to be around.
The Librarians are very clever, passionate and controlled, but often hold themselves back. They might be the one full of compassion and wisdom, but they could also hide themselves behind books.
The Martyrs are willing to give their lives for someone else or for a certain cause.
The Mentors are usually wise characters who have seen a lot of the world. They protect the main character and give them advice, e.g. Dumbledore in âHarry Potterâ or Gandalf in âThe Lords of Ringsâ
The Nurturers are optimistic have good hearts. They always listen to problems and might give some good advice. They are very generous and selfless. They like taking care of those they love.
The People Next Door are often unspectacular. They blend in easily and donât receive much attention, though they might yearn for it.
The Rebels break the rules for their cause. They might be a little bit reckless, but their cause and their goals are the most important things to them.
The Rogues only care for themselves. They can be selfish and self-centered only acting to provide themselves success and achieve what they are aiming for.
The Scholars are ambitious and try to learn something at all times.
The Spunky Kids have a lot of friends, are reliable and true and will always be there for their friends.
The Survivors have gone through a lot, but still donât give up.
The Swashbucklers might seem to be a bit like adrenaline junkies. They need a lot of action and are always searching for opportunities to do something dangerous. They are often daring and reckless.
The Traitors are a typical villain type. They can be characters you would never suspect of being bad or doing any harm. But they are double agents. They are very friendly and supportive, while they plan something against you.
The Victors are mostly respected and accepted. They are very competitive and work to reach their goals. Once he reaches them, heâs also proud of it.
The Villains are the heroesâ typical enemies, whom they have to fight so that things can go back to normal again. The villains also plan to destroy the hero. There are many types of Villains.
The Waifs/Damsels in Distress seem insecure, are cute or child-like and often sheltered by other characters. If anybody did anything to them, they wouldnât fight back. They will count on the pity of others, are naive and light headed. All in all, They donât take much action, but they are not bad by heart.
