Propp and Todorov

Narrative Structure

Propp  

1) Preparation
2) Complication
3) Transference
4) Struggle
5) Return
6) Recognition

Todorov

1) Equilibrium
2) Disruption
3) Recognition of disruption
4) Attempt to repair disruption
5) A return or restoration of new equilibrium

Propp - Character Types

Propp has seven character types which is:

• Hero - The central protagonist.
• Villain - Trys to defeat the hero.
• Helper - He trys to help the hero with his mission/quest.
• Mentor - He teaches the hero, or just gives the hero equipment or information.
• Dispatcher
• Blocker
• Prize - This is normally the heroine. The hero completes his mission/quest so he gets a reward.