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In classical theory, this character is known as the trickster. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trickster They are the chaotic character. They create problem for the protagonist because they cannot be...
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In classical theory, this character is known as the trickster. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trickster](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trickster) They are the chaotic character. They create problem for the protagonist because they cannot be relied on, but nor are the necessarily an enemy.