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Cherry_sama
Mar '17

I really like the loner characters, most of the time. The ones that aren't very sociable, but still have a deeper insight into any given scenario because they can look at it from an outside perspective. There's often an aura of mystery surrounding them, which makes you want to get to know more about them, but their stand-offish-ness makes it hard for anyone to get close. But that just makes those moments all the more worth it.

First example that comes to mind is good ol' Carmen Sandiego. Mysterious, AND classy! smile

Of course, let's not forget the grumpy loner either.

I think another thing that I find endearing about the loner archetype is that they often have the funniest lines. Because they don't speak very often, the writers wait for the perfect opportunity to give them a line to solidify the punchline.

So, yeah. That's my two cents. blush

JKNNKL
Mar '17

i really like characters that are a little silly and oblivious! you know, the kind that does or say stupid things but complete seriously and with zero self awareness of how dumb they sound. i also like characters with personalities that dont fit their looks (i think its called moe gap?), like that cliched shit where the gangster is actually sweet and loves cakes IM SORRY I SUCK BUT THAT IS MY WEAKNESS.

ryoko
Mar '17

Old school strong female characters
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And grumpy, brooding bishies

60SixAn Actual Shark
Mar '17

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I LOVE DORK VILLAINS
it's a bonus if they're actually REALLY FUCKING POWERFUL but are too dumb to live up to their full potential of villainy. Lord Hater (literally my all time favorite fictional character) is a prime example.
(I also have a major thing for any character related to skeletons if most of the above examples didn't make that obvious enough)

(Credit for that Guzma image btw)

rmdooley
Mar '17

Moral characters. This is not to say they are absent of flaws, but that they hold and work towards a higher idea. Having a founded moral philosophy creates a new layer to conflict when events call for a compromise of the good

Celestinaat
Mar '17

  • Nerds. I like nerds. Bonus points if nerd has glasses, but they are purely for aesthetics.

  • Paladin-type characters. Yes, I like old-fashionated good moral characters. Sad you have to dig deep to find one nowadays.

  • Silent ones. Especially, if it's a visual medium - yes please!

  • Realist/optimist mix.

  • Hard-working type.

  • REALLY smart characters who aren't nerds. Bonus points if they ARE friends with a nerd.

Also, @Neonmeres He's a main character in shounen. No way in 7 Hell dominions he could be an actual underdog. But if you need one - ROCK LEE FOR THE WIN!

In short: I normally tend to like particular characters rather than types.

R.n.P
Mar '17

My best kinda character is a cocky character that can leave up to his own hype or a character that can break another character's pride

frodobolzon
Mar '17

i like every character that actually plays an important place in the story and enhance the main character or gives it a purpose.

You know, like that wise figure, or the underdog who lives in the shadow of the main character but is so well fleshed out it makes you feel he has it's own path it's own destiny that just happennd to cross paths for a while.

If we are talking about personality, i like flawed characters that struggle with their own desires to achieve a ideal, you know romantic Heroes, and if they die it has to feel unfair, broken, but even then there's still hope because of the other characters.

eleoza
Mar '17

I like characters who are cold, powerful and have status, but yet have a weak spot for a small character. Kinda like meruem from HunterXHunter.

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respheal
Apr '17

My fave is definitely the hesitant type, the guy who didn't sign up for this BS but here we are and we're gonna push through it come hell or high water because there's something they need to do. This is usually how my headcanon for Link1 usually runs xD

Other than that, I love love love love love the cocky and stylish trickster type.

gawd P5 why are you makin all my dreams come true

Oh yeah I'm also a bit of a sucker for characters on redemption arcs

ToxicRamen
Apr '17

I like those mad scientist characters, the one who would do crazy experiments all for the sake of science.

monotone_ink
Apr '17

I love all types of characters, so I guess my favourite type of character is one that is interesting to watch, especially when dealing with hardships.

I especially like characters who have shit thrown at them 24/7 and deal with said shit in their own interesting ways. I'll throw in a few examples:

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Guts from Berserk. His life is absolute turd from the very start, and he's surrounded by danger since birth, but the bastard just doesn't die. Many people in his position would have eventually broken down and given up, but he just keeps going, which I think is both interesting and awe-inspiring.

Kaneki Ken from Tokyo Ghoul is also a character that has to deal with a lot of shit. Because he's suddenly been placed in a position where he doesn't belong, he's forced to make drastic changes to his character, treading on the line between decency and unadulterated psychosis. He's an interesting watch, as he's constantly changing both in character and philosophical ideals.

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And last but not least, Punpun from Oyasumi Punpun. Now, Punpun's hardships aren't as dramatic as the rest, but they're relatable due to its realistic setting and generally subtle tone. Punpun's hardships aren't immediate, but rather they build up and affect his psyche, which only breaks him down bit by bit until he turns into a complete sociopath.

I just realized that the characters I listed are borderline insane, so I guess that's my favourite type of character - the ones whose limits as the measly humans are pushed to, and maybe even past their boundaries, and watching them break down and build themselves up again.

yondoloki
Apr '17

I love seeing characters that are driven to the edge of what they can handle maybe a bit further, but gets up anyways and keep going for whatever reason. Maybe I'm a sadist, and love to see them suffer or maybe I just love the hope and optimism that springs from a character that has reached rock bottom. Maybe both. Seeing a character succeed through imeasurable odds is just so satisfying ^^

Devika
Apr '17

Same here! I love sassy tricksters and stylish thieves, and honestly P5 is the reason I finally bought a PS... x'D

(Also yes to redemption arcs)

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dawgofdawgness
Apr '18

(reviving this thread!)
I like characters who keep a dark secret. Characters with secrets are interesting in general, but the ones with horrific and evil ones I find to be the intriguing. :wink: it really makes you want to know more about them.

areole
Apr '18

My favorite type of character is the one who has gone through (or are still going through) the worst events of their life, but somehow find it in themselves to remain happy, and are usually the ones who put a smile on people's faces. They're just so sweet and you love that they're kind, but another reason why I find them interesting is because in most cases, these characters are the one who try to hide their backstory the most, giving them a feeling of mystery and attraction, as if their attitudes aren't just a product of good parenting or normal life experiences.

Characters that come to mind are 707 from Mystic Messenger, Allen Walker from D.Gray-Man, and most recently, Asra from The Arcana by Nix Hydra. :wink::ok_hand:

aiyeim
Apr '18

Honestly...I like those characters who are kind of "two-faced"
Those characters that force themselves to be "optimistic" and "kind" until suddenly something happens and they snap.
All of a sudden they're actually not the person they're projecting.

Not that I relate to them though. It's just fun to see them frustrated internally ahahahah :joy:

Penni
Apr '18

I really like sassy characters, the kind but will eat you alive if you anger them characters, the loner/aloof types who end up being the best one of the book, the ones who rarely talk but when they do it's always worth it, and the villains you can't help but love. :heart_eyes: