The Moral Antagonist

An antagonist is sometimes a neutral character who may represent a threat or obstacle to the main character by its existence, not necessarily by targeting him or her in a deliberate manner. Antagonists are conventionally presented as making moral choices less savory than those of protagonists.

What is an Antagonist in a Story — Definition & Examples

What is an antagonist? The simplest explanation is that an antagonist represents the opposite of the protagonist. But there’s much more to the term than that. They are the source of conflict in a story — and if you know anything about storytelling, you know that conflict is necessary. So, by understanding how antagonists are… Continue reading What is an Antagonist in a Story — Definition & Examples

Chris Heckmann