A dynamic character is a type of character, usually the protagonist or hero, who undergoes significant internal change throughout the course of a story. This change is often shown through a development in their personality, behavior, perspective, or understanding of life. By the end of the story, dynamic characters are very different from how they were at the start. Some key points about dynamic characters include:
- They undergo significant internal and/or external changes throughout the story.
- The development of a dynamic character is often subtle and unstated and is not due to a change in the characters circumstances.
- Dynamic characters are usually the protagonists of the story and end the story as different people than they were at its beginning.
In contrast, a static character is one that doesnt change throughout the telling of the story. Dynamic characters are essential for driving the conflict and providing the point of view for the story.
