Examples

If there is still a sense of ambiguity, please look at my in-depth examples of different types of 'The Friendly Beast'.

I have provided examples of this archetype that are demonstrated in well-known literary works. 

Hope it helps!

(Click on either: Meet Toothless, Meet Sulley, or Meet The Beast page)

What's the Purpose?

The purpose of this archetype is to help deliver the full meaning and interpretations of 'The Friendly Beast'. 

We can go deep into it's content and pick out the details of what purpose this character truly serves to the world wide audience.

To find out more, click on the "Content" Page, located on the right side of this blog. 

Point of View

A vast majority of the audience often interpret the 'Friendly Beast' archetype as the sidekick/source of guidance - one who aids in the hero's journey; however, this blog will be looking at the 'Friendly Beast' from a different point of view. 

We will be analyzing this archetype from the perspective of the character itself - someone who is rejected until another individual takes a chance to build a relationship with them. Once this relationship is built, both the two characters (accept-er and the accept-ee) provide support and guidance for one another. 

What is 'The Friendly Beast' ?

The Friendly Beast

So what is this archetype, you ask? 

The 'Friendly Beast' is a common archetype - it represents the character that is known as monstrous, destructive, unfriendly, mean, and untrustworthy BUT is actually a kind figure who usually aids the protagonist (main character) in their journey in some aspect. 

Now, these 'beasts' are not always imaginative creatures such as monsters. 

These characters vary from spiritual figures, monsters, and human beings. 

Can you think of any 'Friendly Beast' archetypes? If so, comment below!

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What is this blog about?

Hi there!

This blog will be explaining the purpose and reasons for this widely used archetype - The Friendly Beast. Archetypes are used world-wide due to their universal characteristics. The majority of the world's population is familiar with these archetypes and can recognize them through various literary texts.

I hope this blog will enhance your knowledge on archetypal characters; specifically the 'Friendly Beast' archetype.


Enjoy, and keep up to date with new posts!

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What are Archetypes?

An archetype is a universal classification of specific people, settings, themes, symbols and places!
They are used to describe what specific role a person plays, the meaning behind the chosen setting/theme/places, and what the symbols represent.

These classifications are often very typical, hence the term universal. 
It is considered universal because these specific people, settings, themes, symbols, and places are the same elements we are familiar with, whether you recognize them from fables, fairy tales, novels, and/or films.

This blog focuses primarily on a single archetypal character - their actions, purpose, and representation.