Red Rising by Pierce Brown is a dystopian novel that features a rich tapestry of archetypes. Three of these archetypes - the call to adventure, the outlaw, and the tragic lover - are particularly prominent in the novel. The call to adventure archetype is evident in Darrow, the main protagonist, who is called to undertake a dangerous mission to overthrow the oppressive regime that rules over his people. The outlaw archetype is embodied by Darrow's mentor, Sevro, who flouts the rules and becomes an outlaw to help Darrow achieve his mission. Finally, the tragic lover archetype is represented by Eo, Darrow's wife, who tragically sacrifices herself for the cause.
The call to adventure archetype is one that is seen in many works of literature, and it is no different in Red Rising. Darrow is the perfect example of a call to adventure archetype, as he is called to undertake a dangerous mission to overthrow the oppressive regime. Darrow initially refuses the call to adventure, but he ultimately accepts it after the death of his wife, Eo. Darrow's transformation from a humble miner to a rebel leader is a testament to the power of the call to adventure archetype.
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Sevro is a character who flouts the rules and becomes an outlaw to help Darrow achieve his mission. Sevro's willingness to break the law and put himself in harm's way for Darrow is an example of the outlaw archetype in action. Despite his rough exterior, Sevro is fiercely loyal to Darrow and is willing to do whatever it takes to help him achieve his