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Sidekick - traits: Usually humourous, sometimes harmless and possibly vulnerable. Often an animal. Sometimes unexpectedly strong/powerful, but slow to anger. Unbreakably devoted to protagonist (often item 4 or 2). Will sometimes unexpectedly die, usually saving protagonist's life thus reaffirming protagonist's will, or by coming out of left field at the end as a sort-of deus ex machina to kill the main antagonist and resolve everything. Often makes for a popular merchandising character from films. Often main role: light relief.
Cheers,
Marc
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