Tragic hero

A tragic hero is a central character in a story who is admirable and has noble qualities but possesses a tragic flaw or makes a serious mistake. This flaw leads to their downfall or suffering, despite their good intentions. Their fate evokes pity and shock in the audience because their misfortune seems both inevitable and a result of their own actions. Tragic heroes often face internal struggles or decisions that highlight human vulnerability, making their stories powerful lessons about pride, fate, and the complexities of human nature.