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There's 12 Literary Archetypes — Here's Which One You Are

What's My Character Archetype? Character Archetype Quiz

If I could vacation anywhere it would be:

What's usually blasting on my AirPods is:

And little things that make me happy are:

The hero can't resist an opportunity to be a helper in the world. They are brave and dutiful, sometimes to a fault. Heroes thrive on a booked calendar. Heroes enjoy movies, TV, and music of epic proportions like _Mission Impossible_ and the Marvel movies. They get along well with the caregiver and sage. Heroes should be careful about who or what they deem worthy of "saving." They thrive in extreme climates and bold locations — sprawling cities and mountainous regions might be great places to call home.

The Hero

The lover is a die-hard romantic and expert at healthy, exciting relationships. Lovers may let the heart lead too often, so they must remember their logical side when solving problems. They get along well with nearly every archetype, which means the less generous archetypes could easily hurt them. Lovers thrive in artistic and spiritual disciplines, so the creator and magician could be their closest friends or partners. They enjoy romantic comedies and fantasy most. Ethereal pop and jazz make them happy. A small, historic town is often the best place to live for a lover!

The Lover

The everyman (or woman) is the kind of character everyone can relate to. They are approachable and even-keeled. They have a good sense of humor and don't get too heated. This does not mean they are "normal" or "boring," just that their unique qualities are often more subtle. They are clever and observant. They mesh well with nearly every archetype, which makes them outstanding leaders. The jester is usually their best friend or partner. They enjoy shows like _The Office_ and _Gilmore Girls._ They love to be "superfans" of series like _Game of Thrones,_ so they can be your go-to person to talk to at work. They are willing to dive deep into any kind of music with heart. They are flexible to live anywhere, often in places where they can be the most social.

The Everyman

The magician is sharply in tune with earth, fire, air, and water elements. They find magic in the mixture of dark and light. All things cosmic and witchy interest them. They have strong intuition and judgment. Magicians thrive living under natural wonders like the Aurora Borealis or by things as majestic and sparkling as the Mediterranean Sea. Magicians get along well with sages, who help them harness their creative powers and intuitions for good. Magicians can sometimes be overly sly or sneaky if unchecked. Magicians enjoy fantasy and horror genres of media. Their music taste is broad — from heavy metal to classical.

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The Magician

The rebel is a natural contrarian — they take the road less traveled in their careers, art, thinking, and relationships. They don't always equal a dark demeanor, though rebels should be careful of overly angsty behavior. They get along very well with magicians and can even find unlikely connections with heroes. Rebels typically clash with caregivers and innocents. This archetype loves arthouse films, anime, and horror movies. They also enjoy any type of music that breaks away from the norms of the time, such as pop-punk or country/R&B fusion. Rebels would thrive in busy cities like New York or even live off the grid in the wilderness.

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The Rebel

The ruler is a leader through and through. They carry themselves with great poise and never back down from a challenge. Rulers should be careful not to let their egos corrupt them. Rulers must have a sage as a partner or best friend who can guide their big decisions. They enjoy epic films and shows like _The Lord of the Rings_ or _Game of Thrones_. Rulers like prominent voices in music, like Adele, Rihanna, and Beyoncé. They enjoy inhabiting high-rises above busy cities or sprawling estates on land that begs to be cared for and explored. Rulers do not want rebels in their life.

The Ruler

The jester sees the beauty and purpose in the silly. Laughter and joy guide their decisions. However, they should be reminded to slow down at times and remember to meditate or reflect. Jesters enjoy befriending or romancing rebels, the everyman, and even the ruler. Jesters often annoy sages. Jesters enjoy comedies, whether they are really dry or super weird. They also enjoy rock music of all subgenres to release any pent-up anger they hide with humor. This archetype should live in entertainment towns like Los Angeles, London, or New York City.

The Jester

The explorer can't stay still. Whether they find the hottest new coffee shop or country hopping, they find adventure in everything. Explorers love a good book to get lost in, long runs, and extended camping trips. They get along well with heroes and romantics — anyone willing to dream big and follow them to excitement. Explorers often clash with the slower, cozier pace of caregivers. They enjoy obscure new music from rising folk musicians. Explorers love long and epic TV series like _The Last Airbender_ or international films. They should embrace having multiple homes or a tiny home in a busy city to return to after long trips.

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The Explorer

Natural parents, supportive friends, and calm and collected helpers, caregivers are hard to shake up. They can face many problems and emotions with otherworldly compassion. Caregivers love soft and sweet laughter, comfy clothes, laid-back vacations, and long talks with friends. Explorers often clash a bit with rebels and explorers, not that they wouldn't be helpful to these archetypes. Caregivers do well in relationships with innocents, rulers, and lovers. They love calming yet cool lo-fi beats and stories that capture strong bonds, like _Gilmore Girls._ Caregivers thrive in quiet countryside cottages and warm, cozy cabins off the edge of town.

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The Caregiver

The sage is a perfect storm of curiosity and wisdom. They learn something new every day and apply it to their lives thoughtfully. Friends clamor to them for advice, but they aren't long-winded. They can be a little quirky and mysterious. The sage unsurprisingly enjoys reading and taking courses. They get along very well with the creator archetype, often using their knowledge to enjoy and make clever art. The sage can sometimes clash with the jester if the jester's humor is not intelligent enough. The sage loves artistic films that require long discussions and wild music with big messages by artists like Lady Gaga. They would thrive in a quaint college town or city with historic buildings.

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The Sage

The innocent is a laid-back spirit, often a kid at heart. "No harm" is their mantra. They enjoy the little things in life and don't need much to be content. Innocents enjoy sitting outside with nothing to stare at but the trees. They find beauty in all things. They always appreciate books, toys, and games from their childhood. They get along well with and respect caregivers and sages — these archetypes help the innocent learn valuable lessons when life isn't so clear anymore. They don't love rulers or magicians — both are too fancy and complicated for them. The innocent loves folk music and coming-of-age movies. They should live close to family or out in undisturbed nature.

The Innocent

The creator archetype is artistically minded and always getting their hands dirty with a new project. They enjoy engineering, art, and crafting. Creators get along well with rulers, helping them with creative solutions. Creators also love rebels, seeing how it is often an act of rebellion to create. Creators should avoid magicians — both are overly competitive with each other to make something out of nothing. They love any reality competition shows like _Project Runway_ or _Great British Bake-Off_. Creators can live anywhere that inspires them (nearly everywhere), but they must find places that give them plenty of space to build their own homes or set up their studios.

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The Creator

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There's 12 Literary Archetypes — Here's Which One You Are

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