Fresh insights, new case studies, and contemporary applications of the game-changing character archetype system that has influenced writers worldwide.
Date: Saturday, 26 April
Time: 12:30
Room: Tuke Hall
Filmed: YES
Back by popular demand – but completely reinvented for 2025! Scott Myers returns with an updated version of his renowned character archetype framework. If you’ve heard about the famous five (Protagonist, Nemesis, Attractor, Mentor, Trickster) but missed the original sessions – or if you’re ready to see how these archetypes function in our rapidly evolving media landscape – this is your chance to experience this game-changing approach through an entirely fresh lens.
Scott reveals how these timeless character functions are being twisted, subverted, and reimagined by today’s most innovative storytellers. Packed with all-new case studies and contemporary examples, this session demonstrates how modern narratives are pushing the boundaries of traditional character relationships while still harnessing their fundamental psychological power.
This completely updated session will transform how you approach character dynamics in today’s complex storytelling landscape. Don’t miss this chance to see how timeless character principles are being reinvented for a new era of storytelling.
Speakers In This Session

Scott Myers // Screenwriter, Blogger, and Educator
Scott Myers, screenwriter with 30+ Hollywood credits, best-selling author of The Protagonist’s Journey, and host of GoIntoTheStory, inspires writers globally.

