About this quiz
Anime and manga have a cast of archetypes so familiar that fans can spot them in the first episode: the loud hero who never gives up, the cool genius who explains the plan, the rival who is secretly a softie, and the new student who clearly has a tragic backstory.
This quiz matches you with one of six of those character archetypes. We do not use any real series' characters, names or artwork. These are the broad tropes that show up across hundreds of shows, so you can picture your own favorites as you go.
The questions are about real life, such as how you act in class, what you do when someone challenges you and what your training-arc song would be. Answer honestly rather than picking the coolest-sounding option. The mentor who naps through everything is a perfectly valid destiny.
When you finish you get your archetype, what it says about you, and your mix of the others. Share the card with friends and see if your group chat would make a decent main cast.
Questions people ask
Is this quiz about a specific anime?
No. It uses generic character archetypes found across many series. No real characters, names or artwork are used.
What archetypes can I get?
The Hot-Blooded Hero, the Calm Strategist, the Proud Rival, the Sunshine Best Friend, the Mysterious Transfer Student and the Sleepy Legendary Mentor.
Why did I get an archetype I didn't expect?
Each answer adds points to one or two archetypes. Look at your percentage mix: most people are a blend, and your second result is often just as true.