Character Quote by Mark Waid
“I think there's a moral imperative when you're writing fictional heroes to give characters who somehow give us something to aspire to as opposed to dragging them down to our level.”
About This Quote
Source Comic Book Interview, 2015
Heroes should inspire, not be dragged to ordinary levels; they must embody aspirational ideals.
In simple terms: Heroes must inspire, not just reflect us.
Write aspirational characters.
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When to use this quote
- graphic novels
- film scripts
- educational curricula
- brand mascots
- political rhetoric
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can heroes stay relatable yet aspirational?
- What values should they embody?
Overly ideal heroes can seem unrealistic, alienating readers.