propps character theory

What is propps character theory

When characters can be defined by their ‘spheres of action’ and the role they played in the progression of the story

Describe ‘hero’

The protagonist who undertakes a journey/ quest in the narrative

Describe ‘villain’

The antagonist who attempts to defeat the protagonist

Describe ‘the dispatcher’

The person who sends the hero on their quests

Describe ‘the donor’

The person who gives the hero special advice, info or an object

Describe ‘the helper’

A friend who motivates the hero (side-kick)

Describe ‘princess’

The motivation / reward for the quest

Describe ‘false hero’

The person who turns on the hero and causes complications… gets punished

Describe ‘the princesses father’ (extra)

Acts as an obstacle for the hero but might also reward the hero