I like your list. I think a hero or heroine is especially strong if the reader witnesses an epiphany where the character shows a strength or overcomes a flaw right before their eyes. I would add that they aren't always the best looking person in the room! Thanks for another thoughtful post!
Many thanks, @Kay Freeman. I think you have assembled a remarkably complete and valid catalogue of heroic traits. The author whose hero can "check off most of the boxes" -- including the wounds and flaws -- has probably created a strong character.
I like your list. I think a hero or heroine is especially strong if the reader witnesses an epiphany where the character shows a strength or overcomes a flaw right before their eyes. I would add that they aren't always the best looking person in the room! Thanks for another thoughtful post!
Many thanks, @Kay Freeman. I think you have assembled a remarkably complete and valid catalogue of heroic traits. The author whose hero can "check off most of the boxes" -- including the wounds and flaws -- has probably created a strong character.
You are so right, nothing like showing the reader. Notice how people get better looking the more you get to know them if we like them?
Yep. Thank you for your comment, Love&Lit!
Thank you Lenny!
I love this, and I agree with your list. I love it when both female and male protagonists exhibit heroic qualities :) Thanks for sharing!
Character transformation is the best part of the story. That includes all of the good hero's journey stages from Joseph Campbell!