Character development refers to the process by which a character undergoes changes throughout a story. It involves revealing their personality traits, motivations, relationships, and growth over time.
Character development is like watching a seed grow into a beautiful flower. As the story progresses, we witness characters evolve from mere sketches into fully fleshed-out individuals with depth and complexity.
Protagonist: The protagonist is the main character in a story who drives the plot forward.
Antagonist: The antagonist is the character or force that opposes or creates conflict for the protagonist.
Foil: A foil is a character who contrasts with another character to highlight their differences and enhance our understanding of both characters.
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