Character

Characters are essential in creating a complex plot. The conflict which specific characters engage them in is ultimately the structure of the plot. Therefore, characters and plot are very similar in which characters shape the plot. However, they way each author Shakespeare and Austen utilizes flat characters, round characters, and a stock character is what resembles the difference between fiction and drama narratives. For instance, the way flat character’s such as Mr. Collins in Pride and Prejudice and Horatio in Hamlet help progress the plot and initiate the rising actions is very interesting. Mr. Collins comedic purpose goes no further besides helping Elizabeth and Darcy’s relationship prosper by making Darcy jealous and ultimately motivating Darcy. In addition, Horatio really has no major role in Hamlet other than to be an aid to Prince Hamlet’s needs. Horatio’s main purpose is to stay alive and to spread the tale of which the plot is attempting to express.