What Is a Dark Protagonist

a protagonist or notable figure who is conspicuously lacking in heroic qualities.

What does dark mean in writing?

When your writing has been described as “dark,” it means the writing style and the imagery it conveys is (one or all of the following): – characterised by tragedy, unhappiness or unpleasantness. – gloomy and pessimistic. – angry and/or threatening. – sinister (or arising from evil forces or wicked traits)

How do you write a dark hero?

1. Create a main character who is complex. Think of how you would write a traditional hero. …
2. Give your antihero internal conflict. Every great antihero has an internal struggle driving their actions. …
3. Don’t confuse your antihero with the antagonist. …
4. Use supporting characters.