1. IzzIsAnAuthor

    IzzIsAnAuthor New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 2, 2019
    Messages:
    5
    Likes Received:
    0

    Term for secret antagonist?

    Discussion in 'Character Development' started by IzzIsAnAuthor, Nov 2, 2019.

    I dont know if this is the write board for this question, but it seemed to be the closest to where I can ask this, so I'm just gonna post it.

    I am currently working on a comic about a nephilim who is trying to find out where his parents were buried upon dying in a fire so that he can ressurect them, all while trying to exorcise demons out of the people in his city.

    So, Jonathan lives with his aunt, who spends her time trying to help him find where the parents are buried after she learns he can revive her sister and brother-in-law. However, it is later revealed that she was using this information for her own purposes, and that she herself is possessed by a demon, and wants to separate Jonathan's human and angel half so she can use pure angel blood to ressurect Jonathan's father, whom she is deeply in love with.

    Right now, I'm creating the storyboard for the plot, and I'm trying to find the name for what kind of antagonist the aunt is. Is she what is known as a secret antagonist, or is there a better term to use?
     
  2. Morningriser

    Morningriser Member

    Joined:
    Oct 31, 2019
    Messages:
    15
    Likes Received:
    10
    Location:
    Vegas, baby!
    phantom, perhaps?
     
  3. The_Joker

    The_Joker Banned

    Joined:
    Nov 13, 2019
    Messages:
    125
    Likes Received:
    109
    Location:
    USA
    Man Behind the Man is what TV Tropes would call it. Or maybe Bigger Bad/Greater Scope Villain.
     
  4. Cdn Writer

    Cdn Writer Contributor Contributor

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2019
    Messages:
    734
    Likes Received:
    626
    Location:
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, North America
    Currently Reading::
    TRYING (!!!) to read Eric Flint's "Ring of Fire" series.......it's soooo many books!!!!!
    Ha, the "woman behind the man" is what I would call it at first glance.

    What about hidden agenda character? She has a specific agenda that is hidden from Jonathan.....
     
  5. psychotick

    psychotick Contributor Contributor

    Joined:
    Feb 10, 2011
    Messages:
    1,527
    Likes Received:
    477
    Location:
    Rotorua, New Zealand
    Hi,

    I'm not sure what you want the term for - ie whether or not it'll be used in the comic - but if it is and if the world build you have includes world war I history you could try calling her a Mata Hari.

    Also she could be an agent provocateur.

    Cheers, Greg.
     
  6. Seven Crowns

    Seven Crowns Moderator Staff Supporter Contributor Contest Winner 2022

    Joined:
    Apr 18, 2017
    Messages:
    2,006
    Likes Received:
    3,706
    Saboteur?
     
  7. Cdn Writer

    Cdn Writer Contributor Contributor

    Joined:
    Aug 11, 2019
    Messages:
    734
    Likes Received:
    626
    Location:
    Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, North America
    Currently Reading::
    TRYING (!!!) to read Eric Flint's "Ring of Fire" series.......it's soooo many books!!!!!
    Nemesis? Bah, what does the dictionary say?
     

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice