Dual Nature

Draft a complex character who is both hero and villain.

In most stories, the roles of hero and villain are strictly defined. In this prompt, challenge that tradition by creating a character who oscillates between heroic and villainous roles. What are the circumstances that compel them to switch sides? How do they deal with these transitions and the perception of others? This is a complex character development exercise that explores duality, moral ambiguity, and the struggle of inner conflict.