April
And we've made it through editing! Hopefully. If you are still stuck there, all the chocolate and cake for you.
Archetype
It’s said that there are only so many plots in the universe and all novels/stories are a twist on them. What about for our characters? Can you pinpoint your current main character’s archetypes?
Okay, let's see- Aiden is a knight in training, second son of a royal house. He relates almost everything to "duty" and tends to have a difficult time relating to other people his age and making friends. He is more comfortable around adults, and prefers a stable environment in which he knows exactly what is expected of him.
How do you feel about the concept of archetypes?
I can see them in a lot of what I read, as well as what I write. They can either be used to good advantage or completely kill a story based on how the author uses them.
Really, Aiden is too responsible at this point- I need to tone him down to the level of a young adult, not a competent military commander. he'll be that way when he's older, but he needs to grow into it to be believable.
Do you think your character is a blend of a few or one steadily - or unique in their own right?
Aiden is a blend as he stands now, but I'm still trying to nail down his actual personality and make him into his own unique character.
Bonus: Let’s see your interpretation of your character as the epitome of their archetype. Write us a sample or draw us a sketch. Um, how about pull a photo off the internet? :P
