The Rivas Archetype

The Rivas Archetype is a character archetype named after the character Zoe Rivas from the Canadian teen drama Degrassi. This archetype describes a character who is insane, selfish, destructive, determined, and ENTERTAINING!!

We love characters like these. They cause endless amounts of conflict and leave us with a good show to watch. There is nuance in determining who can truly be called a Rivas Archetype, not everyone who fits the description on paper fits the bill on vibes.

Zoe Rivas

Zoe Rivas from Degrassi

The Zoe was a star on the fictional show West Drive and started attending Degrassi Community School after her character was written off.

Zoe's Path of Destruction

  • Starts a massive wave of online bullying towards her rival.
  • Records herself kissing someone else's boyfriend to get back at her crush for rejecting her.
  • TBA

Author's Personal Comments on Zoe

I did not like Zoe at all when she was first introduced. Somewhere along the way, though, I realized how fun a character like her could be. Both antagonist and protagonist, villain and hero, Zoe plays a unique role on Degrassi.

Misty Quigley

Misty Quigley from Yellowjackets

Misty was on the girls soccer team at her high school. Her team survived a crash landing on their flight to nationals and had to survive in the wilderness for 19 months. Misty took on the role of nurse during their time spent surviving.

Misty's Path of Destruction

  • Destroys the crashed plane's emergency transmitter, stranding her and her team in the wilderness with no hope of rescue.
  • Poisons and injures her coach in an effort to make him dependent on her.
  • TBA

Author's Personal Comments on Misty

Misty is an incredible character. Despite her actions, I truly think she puts her team first above everyone else. Misty is fiercly loyal.

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