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{{Quote|You will give the people an ideal to strive towards. They'll race behind you. They will stumble. They will fall. But in time, they will join you in the sun. In time, you will help them accomplish wonders.|Jor-El (Man of Steel teaser trailer)}}
  
{{Quote|You will give the people an ideal to strive towards. They'll race behind you. They will stumble. They will fall. But in time, they will join you in the sun. In time, you will help them accomplish wonders.|Jor-El (Man of Steel teaser trailer)}}
 
{{Quote|Ha! Not a memory to your name, yet you are as intent as ever to charge forward with only courage and justice on your side. You have not changed a bit. Once a hero, always a hero.|Impa (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)}}
  
{{Quote|Ha! Not a memory to your name, yet you are as intent as ever to charge forward with only courage and justice on your side. You have not changed a bit. Once a hero, always a hero.|Impa (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)}}
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{{Quote|Those who determine heroes are the people without power. Because they do not possess power, they will yearn for power, and so they will seek heroes, and decide who they are. Wielder of the Holy Spear, are you playing the role of the people’s Hero? Not pursued by the people, claiming to be a hero or something, that’s nothing but a child’s game of pretence. Precisely because of this, you’re no match for the Sekiryuutei kid who courageously walks his own path.|Vasco Strada (Highschool DxD)}}
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{{Quote|Every time I fought alongside you, I have been Amazed.|Steve Rogers to Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Marvel Comics)}}
  
 
{{Quote|You are extraordinary, my sons. Unlike anything the world has ever seen. Bowed in greatness, destined to protect the people of New York!|Master Splinter to the Ninja Turtles (Paramount's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)}}
  
{{Quote|You are extraordinary, my sons. Unlike anything the world has ever seen. Bowed in greatness, destined to protect the people of New York!|Master Splinter to the Ninja Turtles (Paramount's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)}}
 
{{Quote|I’m just a guy who’s aspiring to be a hero for fun.|Saitama (One-Punch Man)}}
  
{{Quote|I’m just a guy who’s aspiring to be a hero for fun.|Saitama (One-Punch Man)}}
 
{{Quote|Even if he was called a Super Devil, he was originally a Gremory. Just a gentle and strong person. Yes, he was gentle and strong, precisely because of this, Sirzechs had such determination. Precisely because of his gentleness and his strength, he departed for the sake of protecting everything.|Narrator on Sirzechs Lucifer (Highschool DxD)}}
  
{{Quote|Even if he was called a Super Devil, he was originally a Gremory. Just a gentle and strong person. Yes, he was gentle and strong, precisely because of this, Sirzechs had such determination. Precisely because of his gentleness and his strength, he departed for the sake of protecting everything.|Narrator on Sirzechs Lucifer (Highschool DxD)}}
 
{{Quote|For a true hero isn't measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.|Zeus (Hercules)}}
  
{{Quote|For a true hero isn't measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.|Zeus (Hercules)}}
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{{Quote|I’m nobody. I came because I have no choice. I came to save my home, and the people that I love.|Aquaman (DC Extended Universe)}}
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The ability to '''use the powers and characteristics of a true hero archetype.''' Note that this is essentially a definition of an archetype. Opposite to [[Dark Lord]].
  
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{{Quote| A necessary sacrifice to bring peace to this planet. We cannot let the humans pay for our mistakes. It's been an honor serving with you all. Autobots, roll out!|Optimus Prime (Transformers)}}
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The ability to '''use the powers and characteristics of a true hero archetype.''' Note that this is essentially a definition of an archetype. Advanced version of [[Archetype:Heroic|Heroic]]. Opposite to [[Archetype:Dark Lord|Dark Lord]].
   
 
==Also Called==
  
==Also Called==
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*Benevolent One
  
*Benevolent One
 
*Blazing/Shining/Radiant/Luminous Hero
  
*Blazing/Shining/Radiant/Luminous Hero
 
*Emperor of Light
  
*Emperor of Light
 
*Hero/Lord of Light/Righteousness
  
*Hero/Lord of Light/Righteousness
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*Light Lord
 
*Messiah/Redeemer/Savior
  
*Messiah/Redeemer/Savior
 
*True Patriot/Heroine/Warrior/Soldier
  
*True Patriot/Heroine/Warrior/Soldier
 
*White Knight
  
*White Knight
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*Light Lord
  
   
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==Capabilities==
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==Properties==
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User is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hero True Hero], a person who lives to help others, but in a way that shows those people how to help themselves, in the face of danger, combats adversity through impressive feats of ingenuity, bravery or strength, often sacrificing their own personal concerns for a greater good. They possess benevolent abilities and often command loyal friends, allies and followers.
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User is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hero True Hero], a person who lives to help others, but in a way that shows those people how to help themselves, in the face of danger, combats adversity through impressive feats of ingenuity, bravery or strength, often sacrificing their own personal concerns for a greater good. They possess benevolent abilities and often command loyal friends, allies, and followers.
   
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These individuals also love to spread freedom, redemption and hope to others that are wrongfully enslaved by evil rulers even towards the evil rulers themselves. Anyone can be a True Hero; some are human, basically [[Destiny Chosen|chosen ones]], many have ''true'' and ''just'' nature and certain holders of the title are actually manifestations of their true, righteous goodness that lies within themselves.
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These individuals also love to spread freedom, redemption, and hope to others that are wrongfully enslaved by evil rulers even towards the evil rulers themselves. Anyone can be a True Hero; some are human, basically [[Destiny Chosen|chosen ones]], many have ''true'' and ''just'' nature, and certain holders of the title are actually manifestations of their true, righteous goodness that lies within themselves.
   
 
True Heroes and [[Dark Lord]]s are famously known as the perfect enemies throughout the fictional universe and reality.
  
True Heroes and [[Dark Lord]]s are famously known as the perfect enemies throughout the fictional universe and reality.
   
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==Associated Powers==
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==Applications==
  
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*[[Heroic Luck]]: User are fairly lucky in heroic situations that assist them in times of need.
  
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*[[Invulnerability]]: Users are usually impervious to conventional attacks and weaponry.
  
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*[[Pure Heart]]: A True Hero isn't measured by the size of their strength but by the size of their heart.
  
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*[[Self-Resurrection]]: Even if destroyed, users can return to life.
  
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*[[True Power]]: Some users may have untapped power [[Inner Power|within]] [[Strong Heart|themselves]].
  
   
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==Variations==
  
 
*[[Demonic Slayer]]: May have training/ability to slay demonic entities.
  
*[[Demonic Slayer]]: May have training/ability to slay demonic entities.
 
*[[Deity Soul]]: Some may have divine possession, thus becoming literal [[Godly Incarnation|manifestations]] of their inner god.
  
*[[Deity Soul]]: Some may have divine possession, thus becoming literal [[Godly Incarnation|manifestations]] of their inner god.
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*[[Heroic Luck]]: User is fairly lucky in heroic situations that assist them in times of need.
 
*[[Hypercompetence]]: Some users have unsurpassed talents and skills.
  
*[[Hypercompetence]]: Some users have unsurpassed talents and skills.
 
*[[Immortality]]: Some users gain eternal life.
  
*[[Immortality]]: Some users gain eternal life.
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*[[Invulnerability]]: Users are usually impervious to conventional attacks and weaponry.
 
*[[Magic]]: Wield all forms of Good and Neutral magic.
  
*[[Magic]]: Wield all forms of Good and Neutral magic.
 
**[[Aether Magic]]: Master the essence that flows through most of existence.
  
**[[Aether Magic]]: Master the essence that flows through most of existence.
 
**[[Angelic Magic]]: Master Angelic magic.
  
**[[Angelic Magic]]: Master Angelic magic.
 
**[[Animancy]]: Use magic that revolves around the living.
  
**[[Animancy]]: Use magic that revolves around the living.
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**[[Blessing Magic]]: Use magic to bless things.
 
**[[Creation Magic]]: Use magic to recreate what was destroyed.
  
**[[Creation Magic]]: Use magic to recreate what was destroyed.
 
**[[Divine Magic]]: Use magic that revolves around divinity.
  
**[[Divine Magic]]: Use magic that revolves around divinity.
 
**[[Dream Magic]]: Use magic to bring the best dreams to life.
  
**[[Dream Magic]]: Use magic to bring the best dreams to life.
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**[[Elemental Magic]]:Use magic to manipulate the elements.
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***[[Light Magic]]: Use magic to spread light.
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**[[Exorcism Magic]]: Use magic to free people from possession.
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**[[Faith Magic]]: Use magic to help people be faithful.
 
**[[Fertility Magic]]: Use magic to make land, living things & plants fertile.
  
**[[Fertility Magic]]: Use magic to make land, living things & plants fertile.
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**[[Holy-Fire Magic]]: Use magic to manipulate holy-fire.
 
**[[Hope Magic]]: Use magic to spread & be empowered by hope.
  
**[[Hope Magic]]: Use magic to spread & be empowered by hope.
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**[[Light Magic]]: Use magic to spread light.
  
 
**[[Love Magic]]: Use magic to spread & be empowered by love.
  
**[[Love Magic]]: Use magic to spread & be empowered by love.
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**[[Music Magic]]: Use magic to spread utopian music
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**[[Medical Magic]]: Use magic to make medicine.
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**[[Music Magic]]: Use magic to spread utopian music.
 
**[[Mysticism]]: Master the purest kind of magic.
  
**[[Mysticism]]: Master the purest kind of magic.
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***[[Christian Mysticism]]: Use mysticism that revolves around Christianity.
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***[[Religious Mysticism]]: Use mysticism that revolves around religion.
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***[[Shinto Mysticism]]: Use mysticism that revolves around the Shinto religion.
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***[[Taoist Mysticism]]: Use mysticism that revolves around Taoism.
 
**[[Nature Magic]]: Use magic to keep nature balanced.
  
**[[Nature Magic]]: Use magic to keep nature balanced.
 
**[[Order Magic]]: Use magic to maintain order.
  
**[[Order Magic]]: Use magic to maintain order.
 
**[[Peace Magic]]: Use magic to preserve peace.
  
**[[Peace Magic]]: Use magic to preserve peace.
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**[[Purification Magic]]: Use magic of salvation.
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**[[Purification Magic]]: Use the magic of salvation.
 
**[[Pure Alchemy]]: Use magic to create pure elixirs and potions.
  
**[[Pure Alchemy]]: Use magic to create pure elixirs and potions.
 
**[[Aura Magic|Pure Aura Magic]]: Master magic of pure aura.
  
**[[Aura Magic|Pure Aura Magic]]: Master magic of pure aura.
 
**[[Pure Chi Magic]]: Master magic of pure chi.
  
**[[Pure Chi Magic]]: Master magic of pure chi.
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**[[Restoration Magic]]: Use magic that revolves restoration.
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**[[Restoration Magic]]: Use magic that revolves around the restoration.
 
**[[Shamanism]]: Use magic to perceive, contact, and bargain or control the spiritual world
  
**[[Shamanism]]: Use magic to perceive, contact, and bargain or control the spiritual world
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**[[White Arts]]: True Heroes' staple; mastering the aspects of good magic.
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*[[Nigh-Omnipotence]]: True Heroes tend to possess god-like powers.
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*[[Nigh Omnipotence]]: True Heroes tend to possess god-like powers.
  
 
**[[Energy Manipulation]]: Manipulate and control pure energy.
  
**[[Energy Manipulation]]: Manipulate and control pure energy.
 
**[[Light Element Manipulation]]: Command light elements.
  
**[[Light Element Manipulation]]: Command light elements.
 
**[[Light Manipulation]]: Many users wield vast powers of light.
  
**[[Light Manipulation]]: Many users wield vast powers of light.
 
**[[Psionics]]: True Heroes are known to have many mental abilities.
  
**[[Psionics]]: True Heroes are known to have many mental abilities.
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***[[Mental Manipulation]]: Control the minds of virtually anyone.
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***[[Mind Manipulation|Mental Manipulation]]: Control the minds of virtually anyone.
 
***[[Telekinesis]]: Manipulate any and all forms of matter mentally.
  
***[[Telekinesis]]: Manipulate any and all forms of matter mentally.
 
***[[Telepathy]]: Send thoughts as messages across great distances.
  
***[[Telepathy]]: Send thoughts as messages across great distances.
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*[[Pure Heart]]: A True Hero isn't measured by the size of their strength but by the size of their heart.
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*[[Personal Domain]]: Rule a benevolent kingdom or empire.
  
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*[[Self-Resurrection]]: Even if destroyed, users can return to life.
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*[[Subordination Manipulation]]: Gain many followers (usually [[Guardianship|Guardians]]).
  
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*[[Special Power]]: Some users may have a special power specifically meant for heroes.
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*[[Supernatural Condition]]: Many True Heroes possess supernatural traits.
  
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*[[Transcendent Physiology]]: Some users have divine nature, granting powerful abilities.
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*[[True Power]]: Some users may have untapped power [[Inner Power|within]] [[Strong Heart|themselves]].
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*[[White Arts]]: True Heroes' staple; mastering the aspects of good magic.
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*[[archetype:Chivalry|Chivalry]]
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**Many heroes possess an innate ability to manifest great courage and nobility at all times, especially in the face of adversity. Showing a great virtue in selflessness and compassion for others and destroying all things evil.
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***(''Example: Jack'', ''Samurai Jack''''')'''
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*[[Archetype:Counterpart|Counterpart]]
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**Often, the counterpart does something that gets the true hero they are a counterpart of in trouble in some way, and the hero has to fix that. They may also be rivals or otherwise enemies to the true hero.
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***(''Example: Shadow the Hedgehog'', ''Sonic the Hedgehog''')'''''
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*[[Archetype:Rebel|Rebel]]
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**Usually, their desire for justice or retribution against the tyranny and cruelty of others. Driving many in a revolution to fight against the darkest beings who have nothing but greed and corruption in themselves. Liberation others for the cause of freedom, justice, and righteousness.
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***(''Example: Monkey D. Dragon, One Piece''')'''''
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*[[Archetype:Thief|Thief]]
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**Many heroes are thieves robing from the rich & giving to the poor while fighting against tyranny.
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***(Example: Robin of Loxley, Robin Hood)
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*[[Archetype:Traitor|Traitor]]
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**The true hero may have been friends of the traitor, until the traitor betrayed the true hero or the group they were both part of. The true hero may seek vengeance or seek to turn the traitor in for their crimes.
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***(''Example: Shin'', ''Fist Of The North Star''')'''''
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*[[Archetype:True Friend|True Friend]]
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**Many heroes are true friends to all in need, always honest, kind, and true to all. They always make friends and bringing out the best in people and recognize the power of friendship.
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***(''Example: Sora'', ''Kingdom Hearts''''')'''
   
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==Flaws/Weaknesses==
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==Associations==
  
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*[[Chivalry]]
  
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*[[Courage Embodiment]]
  
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*[[Godly Incarnation]]
  
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*[[Good Embodiment]]
  
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*[[Heroism Embodiment]]
  
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*[[Heroism Inducement]]
  
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*[[Light Embodiment]]
  
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*[[Superpowered Physiology]]: via superhero
  
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*[[Virtue Embodiment]]
  
   
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==Limitations==
  
 
*Will be opposed by malevolent forces.
  
*Will be opposed by malevolent forces.
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*May be manipulated.
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*May be easily manipulated.
 
*May be equal or in servitude to a more powerful being (another True Hero, a Transcendent Being or a Righteous Figure).
  
*May be equal or in servitude to a more powerful being (another True Hero, a Transcendent Being or a Righteous Figure).
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*Temptation may either void the power or corrupt into a [[Dark Lord]].
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*Temptation may either void the power or corrupt into a [[Archetype:Dark Lord|Dark Lord]].
   
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==Known Users==
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==Example Characters==
 
''See Also: [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheCape The Cape], [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheParagon The Paragon], and [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/IdealHero Ideal Hero]''
  
''See Also: [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheCape The Cape], [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/TheParagon The Paragon], and [http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/IdealHero Ideal Hero]''
 
===Anime/Manga/Manhwa===
  
===Anime/Manga/Manhwa===
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*All Might (''My Hero Academia'')
  
*All Might (''My Hero Academia'')
 
*Izuku Midoriya (''My Hero Academia'')
  
*Izuku Midoriya (''My Hero Academia'')
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*Arthur Pendragon (''Nanatsu no Taizai'')
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*Monkey D. Dragon (One Piece)
 
*Mumen Rider (''One Punch Man'')
 
*Mumen Rider (''One Punch Man'')
 
*Saitama (''One Punch Man'')
  
*Saitama (''One Punch Man'')
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*Chloe O'Bell (''Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken'')
  
*Chloe O'Bell (''Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken'')
 
*Natsuki Subaru (''Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World'')
  
*Natsuki Subaru (''Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World'')
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*Arthur Pendragon (''Nanatsu no Taizai'')
  
   
 
===Cartoons/Comics===
  
===Cartoons/Comics===
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*Diana Prince/Wonder Woman (''DC Comics'')
  
*Diana Prince/Wonder Woman (''DC Comics'')
 
*Booster Gold (''DC Comics'')
  
*Booster Gold (''DC Comics'')
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*Hercules (''Disney's Hercules'')
  
 
*Captain America (''Marvel Comics'')
  
*Captain America (''Marvel Comics'')
 
**Isaiah Bradley
  
**Isaiah Bradley
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*Luke Skywalker (''Star Wars'')
  
*Luke Skywalker (''Star Wars'')
 
*Primes (''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'')
  
*Primes (''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'')
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*Hercules (''Disney's Hercules'')
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*Po (''Kung Fu Panda'')
   
 
===Folklore/Mythology===
  
===Folklore/Mythology===
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*Rama(''Hinduism'')
  
*Rama(''Hinduism'')
 
*Krishna(''Hinduism'')
  
*Krishna(''Hinduism'')
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*Daniel (''Shemhamphorash'')
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===Literature===
  
===Literature===
 
*Harry Potter (''Harry Potter'')
  
*Harry Potter (''Harry Potter'')
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*Ryu (''Breath of Fire I'')
  
*Ryu (''Breath of Fire I'')
 
*Lightning (''Final Fantasy XIII: Lightning Returns'')
  
*Lightning (''Final Fantasy XIII: Lightning Returns'')
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*Gordon Freeman (''Hλlf-Life series'')
 
*Cole MacGrath (''inFAMOUS series''); with Good Karma
  
*Cole MacGrath (''inFAMOUS series''); with Good Karma
 
*Riku (''Kingdom Hearts'')
  
*Riku (''Kingdom Hearts'')
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*Sonic the Hedgehog (''Sonic the Hedgehog'')
  
*Sonic the Hedgehog (''Sonic the Hedgehog'')
 
*Noishe (''Tales of Symphonia''); as one of his evolutionary states
  
*Noishe (''Tales of Symphonia''); as one of his evolutionary states
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*Various Characters (''TYPE-MOON'')
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**Artoria Pendragon
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**Jeanne D'Arc
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**Karna
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**Kiritsugu Emiya
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**Shirou EMIYA/Counter Gaurdian EMIYA
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**Shirou Tokisada Amakusa/Shirou Kotomine
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**Sieg
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**Siegfried
 
*Frisk (''Undertale'')
  
*Frisk (''Undertale'')
 
*Undyne (''Undertale''); as Undyne the Undying
  
*Undyne (''Undertale''); as Undyne the Undying
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Goku4.jpg|Son Goku (Dragon Ball series)
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Akira (Devilman Crybaby) Flirting.gif|Despite being reborn as a devil, Akira Fudo (Devilman Crybaby) fights for what's right including for his friends.
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Sirzechs Lucifer.jpg|Sirzechs Lucifer (Highschool DxD) in addition to his power as a Super Devil, has immense kindness, he will readily sacrifice himself for the sake of protecting everything.
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File:Regulus Rey Leather Rex.jpg|Sairaorg Bael (Highschool DxD) is a compassionate warrior with a noble heart, his unbreakable determination to protect the innocent allows him to triumph a legendary Evil Dragon in combat.
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Issei entering Scale Mail during the Loki Battle.gif|Despite being a hopeless pervert, Issei Hyodou, (Highschool DxD) is kind, courageous, with unwavering determination to protect those who are important to him, even if it means putting his life on the line.
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Dulio.jpg|Dulio Gesulado (Highschool DxD) is considered the strongest exorcist and also the kindest of them all.
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Strada.png|Vasco Strada (Highschool DxD) was deeply admired among the Exorcists of the Church for his immense compassion and unrivaled strength.
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Goblin Slayer glowing red eye.png|Despite his ruthlessness and murderous intent against all goblins, Goblin Slayer (Goblin Slayer) has proven to be a selfless hero through the eyes of many adventurers and kind-hearted to many especially his friends.
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True Hero by Saitama.jpg|Despite his reasons for heroism and lack of emotions, Saitama (One-Punch Man) always manages to save the day when fighting the tyranny of evil.
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Shiba_Roses_The_First_Rave_Master.jpg|Shiba Roses (The Rave Master); is the first Rave Master to be chosen by the Rave, succeeded in winning the way fifty years ago and stopping the Mother of All Dark Brings, Sinclair.
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Haru_Glory_The_Rave_Master.jpg|Haru Glory (The Rave Master); is the second Rave Master to be chosen by the Rave due to both his pure heart and strong will and succeeded in destroying the Dark Brings and his rival Lucia, the Dark Bring Master.
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Jonathan Joestar the Gentleman of JoJo!!!.gif|Jonathan Joestar (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part I: Phantom Blood)
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Naruto Past Present and Future.jpg|Naruto Uzumaki (Naruto/Boruto)
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Natsu_no_Taizai_-_Arthur_Pendragon.png|Arthur Pendragon (Nanatsu no Taizai) was hailed as the ''Child of Hope'' chosen by [[Transcendent Weaponry|Excalibur]] and all the countless heroes who reside inside the blade destined to be the ''King among Kings'', letting him use all this [[Enhanced Swordsmanship|techniques]]…
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Arthur,_the_King_of_Chaos.png|…after awakening to his true state as the ''King of [[Creator Deity Physiology|Chaos]]'' and merging with [[Almighty Object Fusion|Excalibur]], letting Arthur create [[Dimension Creation|worlds]] and alter [[Reality Warping|reality]] itself. He is able to also materialize a stronger [[Transcendent Weaponry|Excalibur]] fitting for the King who'll create an ''Everlasting Kingdom''.
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All Might My Hero Academia.png|Toshinori Yagi/All Might (My Hero Academia) is the number one hero in the world, and is known as the "symbol of peace".
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ATLA Aang.png|Avatar Aang (Avatar franchise) was an exceptionally noble, peaceful, and heroic figure. Always striving to do what's right, seeing all life as sacred, and never trying to hurt or kill anyone, even those who deserve punishment.
  
ATLA Aang.png|Avatar Aang (Avatar franchise) was an exceptionally noble, peaceful, and heroic figure. Always striving to do what's right, seeing all life as sacred, and never trying to hurt or kill anyone, even those who deserve punishment.
 
Legend-of-korra aang-statue.jpg|As Aang's successor, Avatar Korra (Avatar franchise) initially had a lot to live up to but in the end, proved herself more than worthy.
  
Legend-of-korra aang-statue.jpg|As Aang's successor, Avatar Korra (Avatar franchise) initially had a lot to live up to but in the end, proved herself more than worthy.
 
Ben Tennyson.png|Despite his immaturity, Ben Tennyson (Ben 10) has proven to be a noble hero through his years.
  
Ben Tennyson.png|Despite his immaturity, Ben Tennyson (Ben 10) has proven to be a noble hero through his years.
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Superman.png|Superman (DC Comics) was known as the world greatest hero not just for his powers, but for his patriotism towards all of humanity.
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Superman.png|Known as the world's greatest hero, Superman (DC Comics) is not just known for his powers, but for his patriotism towards all of humanity.
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Booster Gold v.2 32 virgin.jpg|Booster Gold (DC Comics) may seem like a greedy and fame hungry jerk but at the end of the day, he's our only hope.
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Booster Gold v.2 32 virgin.jpg|Booster Gold (DC Comics) may seem like a greedy and fame-hungry jerk but at the end of the day, he's our only hope.
 
Hercules-and-Megara.jpg|After Hercules (Disney's Hercules) risked his soul to save Megaera in the underworld, Hercules achieved his dream and became a true hero, restoring his godhood.
  
Hercules-and-Megara.jpg|After Hercules (Disney's Hercules) risked his soul to save Megaera in the underworld, Hercules achieved his dream and became a true hero, restoring his godhood.
 
True Hero by Peter Parker, Spider-Man.jpg|Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Marvel Comics) has had many struggles in his life but always strives to do the right thing.
  
True Hero by Peter Parker, Spider-Man.jpg|Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Marvel Comics) has had many struggles in his life but always strives to do the right thing.
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Quasar-wendell-vaughn-battle.jpeg|Wendell Vaughn/Quasar (Marvel Comics)
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Wendell Vaughn Annihilation Nova Vol 1 3 Textless.jpg|Wendell Vaughn/Quasar (Marvel Comics)
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"You will give the people an ideal to strive towards. They'll race behind you. They will stumble. They will fall. But in time, they will join you in the sun. In time, you will help them accomplish wonders."
― Jor-El (Man of Steel teaser trailer)
"Ha! Not a memory to your name, yet you are as intent as ever to charge forward with only courage and justice on your side. You have not changed a bit. Once a hero, always a hero."
― Impa (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)
"Those who determine heroes are the people without power. Because they do not possess power, they will yearn for power, and so they will seek heroes, and decide who they are. Wielder of the Holy Spear, are you playing the role of the people’s Hero? Not pursued by the people, claiming to be a hero or something, that’s nothing but a child’s game of pretence. Precisely because of this, you’re no match for the Sekiryuutei kid who courageously walks his own path."
― Vasco Strada (Highschool DxD)
"You are extraordinary, my sons. Unlike anything the world has ever seen. Bowed in greatness, destined to protect the people of New York!"
― Master Splinter to the Ninja Turtles (Paramount's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)
"I’m just a guy who’s aspiring to be a hero for fun."
― Saitama (One-Punch Man)
"Even if he was called a Super Devil, he was originally a Gremory. Just a gentle and strong person. Yes, he was gentle and strong, precisely because of this, Sirzechs had such determination. Precisely because of his gentleness and his strength, he departed for the sake of protecting everything."
― Narrator on Sirzechs Lucifer (Highschool DxD)
"For a true hero isn't measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart."
― Zeus (Hercules)
"I’m nobody. I came because I have no choice. I came to save my home, and the people that I love."
― Aquaman (DC Extended Universe)
" A necessary sacrifice to bring peace to this planet. We cannot let the humans pay for our mistakes. It's been an honor serving with you all. Autobots, roll out!"
― Optimus Prime (Transformers)

The ability to use the powers and characteristics of a true hero archetype. Note that this is essentially a definition of an archetype. Advanced version of Heroic. Opposite to Dark Lord.

Also Called

  • Benevolent One
  • Blazing/Shining/Radiant/Luminous Hero
  • Emperor of Light
  • Hero/Lord of Light/Righteousness
  • Light Lord
  • Messiah/Redeemer/Savior
  • True Patriot/Heroine/Warrior/Soldier
  • White Knight

Properties

User is a True Hero, a person who lives to help others, but in a way that shows those people how to help themselves, in the face of danger, combats adversity through impressive feats of ingenuity, bravery or strength, often sacrificing their own personal concerns for a greater good. They possess benevolent abilities and often command loyal friends, allies, and followers.

These individuals also love to spread freedom, redemption, and hope to others that are wrongfully enslaved by evil rulers even towards the evil rulers themselves. Anyone can be a True Hero; some are human, basically chosen ones, many have true and just nature, and certain holders of the title are actually manifestations of their true, righteous goodness that lies within themselves.

True Heroes and Dark Lords are famously known as the perfect enemies throughout the fictional universe and reality.

Associated Powers

Relationships

  • Chivalry
    • Many heroes possess an innate ability to manifest great courage and nobility at all times, especially in the face of adversity. Showing a great virtue in selflessness and compassion for others and destroying all things evil.
      • (Example: Jack, Samurai Jack)
  • Counterpart
    • Often, the counterpart does something that gets the true hero they are a counterpart of in trouble in some way, and the hero has to fix that. They may also be rivals or otherwise enemies to the true hero.
      • (Example: Shadow the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog)
  • Rebel
    • Usually, their desire for justice or retribution against the tyranny and cruelty of others. Driving many in a revolution to fight against the darkest beings who have nothing but greed and corruption in themselves. Liberation others for the cause of freedom, justice, and righteousness.
      • (Example: Monkey D. Dragon, One Piece)
  • Thief
    • Many heroes are thieves robing from the rich & giving to the poor while fighting against tyranny.
      • (Example: Robin of Loxley, Robin Hood)
  • Traitor
    • The true hero may have been friends of the traitor, until the traitor betrayed the true hero or the group they were both part of. The true hero may seek vengeance or seek to turn the traitor in for their crimes.
      • (Example: Shin, Fist Of The North Star)
  • True Friend
    • Many heroes are true friends to all in need, always honest, kind, and true to all. They always make friends and bringing out the best in people and recognize the power of friendship.
      • (Example: Sora, Kingdom Hearts)

Flaws/Weaknesses

  • Will be opposed by malevolent forces.
  • May be easily manipulated.
  • May be equal or in servitude to a more powerful being (another True Hero, a Transcendent Being or a Righteous Figure).
  • Temptation may either void the power or corrupt into a Dark Lord.

Example Characters

See Also: The Cape, The Paragon, and Ideal Hero

Anime/Manga/Manhwa

  • Son Goku (Dragon Ball)
  • Agatsuma Zenitsu (Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba)
  • Akira (Devilman Crybaby)
  • Sairaorg Bael (Highschool DxD)
  • Dulio Gesulado (Highschool DxD)
  • Issei Hyodou (Highschool DxD)
  • Sirzechs Lucifer (Highschool DxD)
  • Vasco Strada (Highschool DxD)
  • Jonathan Joestar (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part I Phantom Blood)
  • Joseph Joestar (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part II Battle Tendency)
  • Caesar Zeppeli (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part II Battle Tendency)
  • Jotaro Kujo (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part III Stardust Crusaders)
  • Noriaki Kakyoin (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part III Stardust Crusaders)
  • Muhammed Avdol (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part III Stardust Crusaders)
  • Jean Pierre Polnareff (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part III Stardust Crusaders)
  • Hayato Kawajiri (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Part IV Diamond is Unbreakable)
  • Iihiko Shishime (Medaka Box); the original version
  • All Might (My Hero Academia)
  • Izuku Midoriya (My Hero Academia)
  • Arthur Pendragon (Nanatsu no Taizai)
  • Monkey D. Dragon (One Piece)
  • Mumen Rider (One Punch Man)
  • Saitama (One Punch Man)
  • Shiba (Rave Master); the First Rave Master
  • Haru Glory (Rave Master); the Second Rave Master
  • Chloe O'Bell (Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken)
  • Natsuki Subaru (Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World)

Cartoons/Comics

  • Finn the Human (Adventure Time)
  • Avatars (Avatar: The Last Airbender/The Legend of Korra)
  • Ben Tennyson (Ben 10)
  • Rex Salazar (Generator Rex)
  • Bruce Wayne/Batman (DC Comics)
  • Green Lanterns (DC Comics)
    • Kyle Rayner
    • John Stewart
    • Alan Scott
    • Guy Gardner
    • Hal Jordan
  • Kal-El/Clark Kent/Superman (DC Comics)
  • Diana Prince/Wonder Woman (DC Comics)
  • Booster Gold (DC Comics)
  • Captain America (Marvel Comics)
    • Isaiah Bradley
    • Steve Rogers
    • James "Bucky" Barnes
    • Sam Wilson
  • Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Marvel Comics)
  • Calvin Rankin/The Mimic of Earth 12 (Marvel Comics)
  • Moana (Moana)
  • Jack (Samurai Jack)
  • Zayne Carrick (Star Wars Legends)
  • Anakin Solo (Star Wars Legends)
  • Cade Skywalker (Star Wars Legends)
  • Lion-O (Thundercats)
  • Optimus Prime (Transformers)
  • Hot Rod/Rodimus (Transformers)
  • The Paw Patrol (Paw Patrol)
  • Ninja Turtles (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)

Movies

  • Grandmaster Jedi (Star Wars)
    • Yoda
  • Luke Skywalker (Star Wars)
  • Primes (Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen)
  • Hercules (Disney's Hercules)
  • Po (Kung Fu Panda)

Folklore/Mythology

Literature

  • Harry Potter (Harry Potter)
  • Eragon (The Inheritance Cycle)

Live Television

  • Wyatt Halliwell (Charmed)
  • Leo (Charmed)
  • Jon Snow/Aegon Targaryen (Game Of Thrones)
  • Daenerys Targaryen (Game of Thrones)
  • Tyrion Lannister (Game of Thrones)
  • Hiro Nakamura (Heroes)
  • Peter Petrelli (Heroes)
  • Merlin (Merlin)
  • Arthur Pendragon (Merlin)
  • Emma Swan (Once Upon a Time)
  • Spartacus (Spartacus)
  • Dean Winchester (Supernatural)
  • Sam Winchester (Supernatural)
  • Bobby Singer (Supernatural)

Video Games

  • Ryu (Breath of Fire I)
  • Lightning (Final Fantasy XIII: Lightning Returns)
  • Gordon Freeman (Hλlf-Life series)
  • Cole MacGrath (inFAMOUS series); with Good Karma
  • Riku (Kingdom Hearts)
  • Sora (Kingdom Hearts)
  • Spyro (The Legend of Spyro)
  • Link (The Legend of Zelda)
  • Commander Shepard (Mass Effect); as a Paragon
  • Kyle Katarn (Star Wars: Jedi Knight series)
  • Mario (Super Mario Bros)
  • Sonic the Hedgehog (Sonic the Hedgehog)
  • Noishe (Tales of Symphonia); as one of his evolutionary states
  • Various Characters (TYPE-MOON)
    • Artoria Pendragon
    • Jeanne D'Arc
    • Karna
    • Kiritsugu Emiya
    • Shirou EMIYA/Counter Gaurdian EMIYA
    • Shirou Tokisada Amakusa/Shirou Kotomine
    • Sieg
    • Siegfried
  • Frisk (Undertale)
  • Undyne (Undertale); as Undyne the Undying
  • Adol Christin (Ys series)

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