Character Quote by Mark Waid
“Everyone knows what it's like to make the wrong decision for the right reasons. For me, wrong decisions are the heart of drama - a character who's always making the right decisions is boring.”
About This Quote
Source Comic book interview, 2015
Making wrong choices for good motives creates compelling drama; flawless characters are dull.
In simple terms: Wrong decisions add drama.
Key Takeaway
Value flawed choices.
Themes
storytelling
morality
conflict
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
creative
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing scripts
- character development
- decision making
Key Concepts
Narrative tension
ethical ambiguity
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a flawed decision compelling?
- Can a character be both right and interesting?
A Different Perspective
Risk glorifying harmful decisions.
