#77. Over-Competitiveness
#78. Irresponsibility
#79. Hedonism
#80. Mistrustfulness
#81. Cruelty
#82. Overcompensation
#83. Dissatisfaction
#84. Elitism
#85. Callousness
#86. Misguided Loyalty
#87. Unforgiveness

Important Notice: Again these flaws can overlap with their predecessor flaws mentioned in the chapters of the same series names.

1. 77. Over-Competitiveness
Over-Competitiveness is an excessive need to win to be the best often at the expense of relationships or ethics.
Why this is interesting: It can drive the character to greatness or into moral dilemmas, adding complexity and conflict.
Example: Draco Malfoy in "Harry Potter" by J.K. Rowling. His need to best Harry Potter often leads him into petty and morally dubious situations. (aka the fire in the Deathly Hallows books.)
Pyrix_Fairy still counts for Electra as part of Vengefulness as revenge is an expense of ethics.
Key questions: How does his competitive nature influence his decisions? What are the positive and negative consequences? How does it affect his relationships?

2. 78. Irresponsibility.

Irresponsibility is failure to fulfill obligations or take response for actions, often leading to negative consequences for oneself and others.
Why this is interesting: It adds tension and obstacles, potentially leading to growth or further downfall.
Example: Fury episode the barrier buster device was very irresponsible of the Winx to keep secret.
2nd Example: Trull Sengar in "Midnight Tides" by Steven Erikson. His irresponsibility in his familial and tribal duties shapes his character's journey.
Key questions: Why is he irresponsible? What consequences does this flaw have? Can he grow from it?

3. 79. Hedonism
Hedonism is the pursuit of pleasure as the highest good often at the expense of ethics or other values.
Why this is interesting: Can lead to exciting plot developments, moral dilemmas, and character conflict.
Example: Holly Golightly in "Breakfast at Tiffany's* by Truman Capote.
Holly's pursuit of pleasure, glamour, and social status drives much of her behaviour throughout the novel, often leading her to make choices that prioritize her own enjoyment over ethical considerations or deeper relationships.
Key questions: What drives his hedonism? How does it shape his life and relationships? What are the ultimate consequences?

4. 80. Mistrustfulness
Mistrustfulness is a constant lack of trust in others, leading isolation or conflict.
Why this is interesting: Creates tension, complicates relationships, and often reveals deeper insecurities.
Example: Baru Cormorant in "The Traitor Baru Cormorant" by Seth Dickinson. Her mistrustfulness plays a key role in her decisions and relationships.
Key questions: Why does she mistrust others? How does it shape her political machinations? How does it affect her personal life?

5. 81. Cruelty
Cruelty is the willful infliction of pain or suffering upon others showing a lack of empathy or compassion.
(Another reason why I do not see Mother Gothel as Manipulative. Because she doesn't ever make Rapunzel bleed it is really Rapunzel's fault for letting her mind fall so astray since when she got up to preteen years. But this is one of Rapunzel she's stuck in habit of not questioning for the truth.

Ursula is more manipulative in the Poor Unfortunate Souls song where she pushes so hard for Arielle to sign her parchment which is why Ariel doesn't actual read the deal and Ursula manipulative while also managing to say a lot of truths of the human world, Skylights, and that is what makes her dangerous and a pretty great villain. Scar is cruel and manipulative in the Lion King too and also does use the truth in the exact same way but Simba was not old enough to realize there was double meanings in what he said. But with Mother Gothel's song Mother Knows Best is filled with excellent half truths. They are not lies they just tells us Mother Gothel chooses to see the worst of the outside world and therefore she also chooses to reveal the worst traits Rapunzel could have in the outside world which she might be mocked for.
And she's not entirely wrong, Rapunzel is extremely indecisive and extremely nervous too proving some of Mother Gothel's warnings.
Mother Gothel didn't have the right to drag Rapunzel back to the tower.
But Flynn didn't not have the right to trespass Mother Gothel's tower and the stab was deserved by her standards.
Why this is interesting: It can make for a compellingly dark character trait, driving conflict and tension.
Example: Ursula & her sister, in the "The Little Mermaid" and its sequel, are an excellent presentation of this flaw of cruelty. The Evil Queen in Ever After High both in Way To Wonderland & The Dragon Games is also exceptional at cruelty too and her manipulativeness is excessively excelling with how she controls Apple with their little secret of Apple releasing her from the Mirror prison knowing that Apple will find this information an embarrassing attack against her reputation. Embarrassment isn't a feeling it is a mucky reaction to shocking ugly information being revealed. The Evil Queen also treated Jester this way after Raven Queen defeats her with her full powers, Skylights.
2nd Example: King Leck in "Graceling" by Kristin Cashore. His cruelty defines his character and sets the stakes for the heroes.
Key questions: What is the source of his cruelty? How does it affect those around him? Is there any redemption or understanding to be found in his actions?

6. 82. Overcompensation
Overcompensation is an excessive effort in one area to make up for a perceived deficiency in another often leading to imbalance or conflict.
Why this is interesting: It adds depth to a character's psychology and can create intriguing dynamics.
Example: Kaladin Stormblessed in "The Stormlight Archive" by Brandon
Sanderson. His overcompensation in his role as a leader stems from personal trauma.
Key questions: What is he compensating for? How does it affect his leadership? What challenges and growth does it lead to?

7. 83. Dissatisfaction
Dissatisfaction is the chronic discontent with one's circumstances or achievements often leading to restlessness or frustration.
Why this is interesting: Drives characters to pursue change, can lead to growth or conflict, and adds emotional complexity.
Example: Raistlin Majere in "Dragonlance" series by Margaret Weis and Tracy Hickman. His dissatisfaction with his weakness drives him to pursue great magical power.

Key questions: What fuels his dissatisfaction? How does it drive his choices? What are the positive and negative outcomes?

8. 84. Elitism
Elitism is the belief that certain individuals or groups are superior often leading to condescension or exclusion.
Why this is interesting: It can create social tension, conflicts, and provide insights into societal structures.
Example: Maven Calore in "Red Queen" by Victoria Aveyard. His elitist views play a crucial role in the class struggle depicted in the novel.

9. 85. Callousness
Callousness is the insensitivity or the indifference to the feelings and sufferings of others.
Why this is interesting: It often signifies a deeper emotional wound or detachment, leading to complex character exploration.
Example: High Lord Akkarin in the "Black Magician Trilogy" by Trudi Canavan. His callousness towards others stems from a complex past and his determination to protect his people.
Key questions: Is his callousness real or a coping mechanism? How does it affect his relationships and decisions? What might it reveal about his character?

10. 86. Misguided Loyalty
Misguided Loyalty is loyalty to a person or a cause that is unworthy or immoral often leading to conflict or tragedy.
Why this is interesting: It can create moral dilemmas, dramatic irony, and emotional depth.
Example: Murtagh in "Inheritance Cycle" by Christopher Paolini. His loyalty to the evil King Galbatorix leads him to act against his morals.
2nd example: Boromir is raised up in Misguided Loyalty by his father Denethor the steward of Gondor.
Key questions: Why is he so loyal? How does this loyalty conflict with his values or desires? What are the consequences?

11. 87. Unforgiveness
Unforgiveness is an inability to forgive past wrongs leading to lingering resentment or desire for Revenge.
Why this is interesting: It can drive conflict, shape relationships, and reveal character vulnerabilities.
Example: Geder Palliako in "The Dagger and the Coin" series by Daniel Abraham. His inability to forgive slights shapes his character's trajectory in profound ways.
Key questions: What wrongs can he not forgive? How does this flaw shape his decisions and relationships? How does it play into the larger themes of the story?