Main characters的意思

"Main characters" is a term used in literature, film, television, and other forms of storytelling to refer to the most important characters in a narrative. These characters typically have a significant role in driving the plot forward and may undergo significant development or transformation throughout the story.

The main character is often the protagonist, the character whose actions and decisions are central to the story's conflict and resolution. However, in some narratives, particularly in more complex or experimental works, the main character may not be the protagonist, or there may be multiple main characters, each with their own storyline that contributes significantly to the overall narrative.

In contrast, supporting characters are those who play a lesser role in the story, providing assistance, opposition, or background to the main characters. They can help to develop the main characters and the story world, but they are not the focus of the narrative in the same way that the main characters are.