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Vladimir Propp

Vladimir Propp says that there are eight types of character. These are them below.

Hero - often the main character, everyone roots for him. We are usually following the story from their perspective

Villain - tries to stop the hero in his tracks/the hero is trying to stop the villain in his tracks

Donor - usually appears as a sidekick is there to provide information and tools to the hero to help them succeed

Dispatcher - person that sends the hero out on the mission.

False hero - is seen as loveable at the beginning 

Helper - provides information/tools at a crucial point in the story

Princess - the princess is usually what the hero is seeking. The hero is often sent out to rescue said princess 

Princess' father - The princess' father is there to reward the hero, can also act as a dispatcher.

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