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Q&A Is there a story structure for a non-traditional hero (an extreme introvert)?

I'm trying to write a story of transformation, in which an extremely introverted and non-confrontational person goes through a traumatic experience, and in the finale takes a stand in defense of th...

1 answer  ·  posted 6y ago by user422780‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by System‭

#3: Attribution notice added by user avatar System‭ · 2019-12-08T09:22:48Z (over 4 years ago)
Source: https://writers.stackexchange.com/q/37622
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#2: Initial revision by user avatar user422780‭ · 2019-12-08T09:22:48Z (over 4 years ago)
I'm trying to write a story of transformation, in which an extremely introverted and non-confrontational person goes through a traumatic experience, and _in the finale_ takes a stand in defense of themselves.

In most hero stories it seems the protagonist is the opposite of mine, brash and assertive, a risk taker, and quite confrontational, often recklessly so.

My question: Is there is a structure for stories with a **too** timid hero (male or female) that changes and learns there is such a thing as _necessary_ confrontation and finds the courage to execute it?

Any references to existing stories along these lines is welcome as well.

#1: Imported from external source by user avatar System‭ · 2018-07-14T05:47:35Z (almost 6 years ago)
Original score: 5