Trickster

Definition

A trickster is a character in literature who uses cunning or deceitful tactics to achieve their goals. Tricksters often challenge authority figures and disrupt social norms through their cleverness.

Related terms

Foil Character:

A foil character is someone who contrasts with another character in order to highlight certain traits or qualities.

Satire: Satire is a literary technique that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize human vices or societal issues.

Subversion: Subversion refers to the act of undermining established systems or norms through unconventional methods.