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** Male/Female: Beta.
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** FourGirlEnsemble: [[NaiveEverygirl The sweet one]]
** FourManBand: CasanovaWannabe and ButtMonkey.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Sweet/fruity cocktails, sparkling wine, champagne for alcoholic drinks. Fruit juice/smoothies, most soft drinks, milked coffee for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: {{Pop}}, ContemporaryRAndB, {{Disco}}, most kinds of dance music.
** GirlPosse Member: BrainlessBeauty,TheDitz,DitzyGenius and LovableAlphaBitch
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse members): DumbJock (If not a JerkJock), LovableJock, ExtracurricularEnthusiast, OmnidisciplinaryScientist , Geek,TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady,TheSocialExpert, ClassClown, ClassPrincess and PomPomGirl.
** FourManBand: CasanovaWannabe and ButtMonkey.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Sweet/fruity cocktails, sparkling wine, champagne for alcoholic drinks. Fruit juice/smoothies, most soft drinks, milked coffee for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: {{Pop}}, ContemporaryRAndB, {{Disco}}, most kinds of dance music.
** GirlPosse Member: BrainlessBeauty,TheDitz,DitzyGenius and LovableAlphaBitch
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse members): DumbJock (If not a JerkJock), LovableJock, ExtracurricularEnthusiast, OmnidisciplinaryScientist , Geek,TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady,TheSocialExpert, ClassClown, ClassPrincess and PomPomGirl.
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** Male/Female: Alpha.
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** FourGirlEnsemble: [[MsFanservice The sexy one]].
** FourManBand: OnlySaneMan, CasanovaWannabe.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: [[{{Beergasm}} Beer]], rum, tequila, mojito for alcoholic drinks. energy drink for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: CountryMusic, HardRock, HeavyMetal, GangstaRap, GlamRap.
** GirlPosse member: AlphaBitch (If grades aren't particularly good), AcademicAlphaBitch (If grades ''are'' particularly good). (Does not apply for if [[LovableAlphaBitch kind inside]]).
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse members): BigJerkOnCampus, HighSchoolHustler (all types), FemmeFatale,TheCasanova,Geek,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,DitzyGenius,Jerkass,JerkwithaHeartofGold,TheBully,Every type of Teenage Rebel and BarbaricBully.
** FourManBand: OnlySaneMan, CasanovaWannabe.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: [[{{Beergasm}} Beer]], rum, tequila, mojito for alcoholic drinks. energy drink for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: CountryMusic, HardRock, HeavyMetal, GangstaRap, GlamRap.
** GirlPosse member: AlphaBitch (If grades aren't particularly good), AcademicAlphaBitch (If grades ''are'' particularly good). (Does not apply for if [[LovableAlphaBitch kind inside]]).
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse members): BigJerkOnCampus, HighSchoolHustler (all types), FemmeFatale,TheCasanova,Geek,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,DitzyGenius,Jerkass,JerkwithaHeartofGold,TheBully,Every type of Teenage Rebel and BarbaricBully.
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** Male/Female: Sigma.
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** FourGirlEnsemble: [[DeadpanSnarker The snarky one]].
** FourManBand: TheSmartGuy.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Whiskey, brandy, vodka for alcoholic drinks. Black coffee, black tea, bitter variants of soft drinks for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: AlternativeRock, AlternativeMetal, AlternativeRAndB, ConsciousHipHop, GothRock, EmoMusic.
** Girl Posse member: BetaBitch.
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse): AcademicAthlete, The Ace, BigManOnCampus, OmnidisciplinaryScientist, TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress, ClassRepresentative,ChasteHero,ProperLady, GradeSkipper, EmoTeen, {{Goth}}, Geek,DitzyGenius,GeniusDitz,Loners, TroubledButCute, TeachersPet, and the ShrinkingViolet.
** FourManBand: TheSmartGuy.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Whiskey, brandy, vodka for alcoholic drinks. Black coffee, black tea, bitter variants of soft drinks for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: AlternativeRock, AlternativeMetal, AlternativeRAndB, ConsciousHipHop, GothRock, EmoMusic.
** Girl Posse member: BetaBitch.
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse): AcademicAthlete, The Ace, BigManOnCampus, OmnidisciplinaryScientist, TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress, ClassRepresentative,ChasteHero,ProperLady, GradeSkipper, EmoTeen, {{Goth}}, Geek,DitzyGenius,GeniusDitz,Loners, TroubledButCute, TeachersPet, and the ShrinkingViolet.
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** Male/Female: Gamma
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** FourGirlEnsemble: [[WomenAreWiser The admirable one]].
** FourManBand: ButtMonkey, OnlySaneMan.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: White wine, sake for alcoholic drinks. Milk, {{tea|IsClassy}}, [[BreadEggsBreadedEggs milk tea]], hot chocolate, cream soda for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: ClassicalMusic, {{Jazz}}, NewAge, IndiePop, DreamPop and ballad pop, SoftRock, SymphonicMetal, GothRock.
** GirlPosse Member: NaiveNewcomer and DitzyGenius
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse Members): SchoolIdol,GeniusDitz,TheCasanova,CasanovaWannabe,FemmeFatale,ProperLady,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,ClassPrincess, SpoiledSweet, {{Goth}},Geek, and (usually) TheEveryman.
** FourManBand: ButtMonkey, OnlySaneMan.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: White wine, sake for alcoholic drinks. Milk, {{tea|IsClassy}}, [[BreadEggsBreadedEggs milk tea]], hot chocolate, cream soda for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: ClassicalMusic, {{Jazz}}, NewAge, IndiePop, DreamPop and ballad pop, SoftRock, SymphonicMetal, GothRock.
** GirlPosse Member: NaiveNewcomer and DitzyGenius
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse Members): SchoolIdol,GeniusDitz,TheCasanova,CasanovaWannabe,FemmeFatale,ProperLady,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,ClassPrincess, SpoiledSweet, {{Goth}},Geek, and (usually) TheEveryman.
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!!Explanation behind this sandbox [[https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/posts.php?discussion=16935536770A23899600&page=1#comment-1 HERE]] and [[https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/posts.php?discussion=13164954120A97000100&page=203#comment-5065 HERE]]
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** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[DumbBlonde Blonde]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Australia}} Australia]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Philippines}} Philippines]], [[UsefulNotes/SouthKorea South Korea]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Spain}} Spain]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Italy}} Italy]], [[UsefulNotes/{{France}} France]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Nevada}}, UsefulNotes/{{California}}.
** City in the Philippines: Quezon City
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Australia}} Australia]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Philippines}} Philippines]], [[UsefulNotes/SouthKorea South Korea]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Spain}} Spain]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Italy}} Italy]], [[UsefulNotes/{{France}} France]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Nevada}}, UsefulNotes/{{California}}.
** City in the Philippines: Quezon City
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** Emotion: [[AngerTropes Anger/Rage]]
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[FieryRedhead Red/Ginger]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{United States of America}} United States]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{China}} China]], [[UsefulNotes/NorthKorea North Korea]], [[UsefulNotes/HongKong Hong Kong]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Serbia}} Serbia]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Russia}} Russia]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Texas}}, UsefulNotes/{{New York}}.
** City in the Philippines: San Juan.
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[FieryRedhead Red/Ginger]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{United States of America}} United States]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{China}} China]], [[UsefulNotes/NorthKorea North Korea]], [[UsefulNotes/HongKong Hong Kong]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Serbia}} Serbia]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Russia}} Russia]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Texas}}, UsefulNotes/{{New York}}.
** City in the Philippines: San Juan.
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** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[RavenHairIvorySkin Black]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/UnitedKingdom United Kingdom]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Ireland}} Ireland]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Taiwan}} Taiwan]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Mongolia}} Mongolia]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Germany}} Germany]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Finland}} Finland]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Pennsylvania}}, [[UsefulNotes/{{Chicago}} Illinois]].
** City in the Philippines: Manila.
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/UnitedKingdom United Kingdom]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Ireland}} Ireland]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Taiwan}} Taiwan]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Mongolia}} Mongolia]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Germany}} Germany]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Finland}} Finland]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Pennsylvania}}, [[UsefulNotes/{{Chicago}} Illinois]].
** City in the Philippines: Manila.
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** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[BrainyBrunette Brown]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Canada}} Canada]], [[UsefulNotes/NewZealand New Zealand]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Japan}} Japan]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Belgium}} Belgium]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Washington}}, UsefulNotes/{{Minnesota}}.
** City in the Philippines: Pasig
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Canada}} Canada]], [[UsefulNotes/NewZealand New Zealand]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Japan}} Japan]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Belgium}} Belgium]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Washington}}, UsefulNotes/{{Minnesota}}.
** City in the Philippines: Pasig
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There are many ways to make a group of people diverse without giving them overly specialized roles within an ensemble. One way is through matching personality types according to an [[ScienceMarchesOn ancient proto-psychological theory]]. The Four Temperaments (also called the "four humors") was a theory that behavior was caused by concentrations of body fluids -- the "humors" of classical medicine: blood, yellow bile, black bile, and phlegm.
A temporary imbalance would create an illness: too much blood caused a fever, too much yellow bile caused a cough, too much black bile caused depression, and too much phlegm caused a cold. A permanent imbalance led to a person having a certain type of intentions, behavior, and personality. Though this has been a theory long-since discredited from a scientific standpoint, the general idea still remains and the theory is still used for personality profiling. An ensemble based on these four humors can make the cast diverse without actually changing the roles of the characters in the story.
One of the interesting factors in the Four Temperaments, is that there is no Leader - any one of them could be TheLeader in the piece and defines the approach the team takes to the problem, while in a series the focus can switch back and forth to develop characters separately - see ADayInTheLimelight. Rather than meeting through coincidence or brought together in the first episode, these four are more likely to be long-term friends or family from the start. There may be a fifth person hanging around occasionally but they're not really part of the team; they just add flavour or play the part of MentorArchetype.
Along with a list of characteristics, the four temperaments are:
[[folder: Sanguine (blood)]]
* Extroverted, cheerful, and people-oriented. In general, they are more empathetic, encouraging, confident, communicative, humorous, compassionate, sentimental and affectionate. Sometimes, they are explosive, impulsive and even unpredictable.
** Key Strengths: Charming, cheerful, loves people, energetic, talkative, [[TheMcCoy passionate and compassionate]], positive, expressive influencer, an excellent comedian, salesman or clown, quirky or eccentric, [[TheFettered highly moralistic]] (mostly) and [[FunPersonified an outright fun person]].
*** In common with phlegmatic: Friendly, [[TurnTheOtherCheek forgiving]], emotionally available, [[SillyRabbitCynicismIsForLosers will never get negative]], good with relationships.
*** In common with choleric: Adventurous, confident,[[{{Pollyanna}} optimistic endurer]], hard to embarrass.
** Key Weaknesses: Undisciplined, [[MotorMouth too talkative]], [[MoodSwinger Euphoric-abatament]], [[GenkiGirl too energetic]], scatterbrained, gullible, unpredictable, and disorganized.
*** In common with phlegmatic: Weak-willed, likes to appease other people, gullible, [[WideEyedIdealist too idealistic to the point of being unable to grasp what's gone wrong]].
*** In common with choleric: Impulsive, reckless, hot-tempered, thoughtless, and sometimes [[ItsAllAboutMe self-centered]] at times.
** Expressive high, responsive high; response's delay short, duration short.
** The '''I'''nspired '''I'''nfluencer of D'''I'''SC and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfArtisanPersonalitiesInStories Artisans]]
** Will often correspond with the Optimist or the Apathetic when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as the extroverted and the cutie [[TheCutie Deredere]] (Lovestruck) in best cases; {{The Pollyanna}} and {{Plucky Girl}} can also qualify.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Brash Red Oni with snark, but an overall diplomatic "Good Cop".
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (hot and moist) [[BlowYouAway air]], spring, and morning.
** In a person's life, it corresponds to '''''young childhood''''' (roughly ages 0-13).
** Organ: Liver/Lungs.
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yang (white).
** TheFourGods: Azure Dragon.
** Planet or Satellite: Jupiter.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius.
** Leadership type: [[TheFace Charismatic]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: B
** Apocalypse Horseman: Conquest.
** Family member: Daughter.
** Cardinal Point: West.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Bushwacker.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 2, 7.
** Emotion: [[HappinessTropes Happiness/Joy]].
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[DumbBlonde Blonde]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Australia}} Australia]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Philippines}} Philippines]], [[UsefulNotes/SouthKorea South Korea]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Spain}} Spain]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Italy}} Italy]], [[UsefulNotes/{{France}} France]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Nevada}}, UsefulNotes/{{California}}.
** City in the Philippines: Quezon City
** Basic Taste: Umami (or Spicy, despite not being one of the basic tastes)
** Archetypal color: Gold, brighter shades of yellow, all shades of pink or aqua (the colors of the Sky).
** Male/Female: Beta.
** Sense of Humor: [[{{Cloudcuckoolander}} Klutzy]].
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[NaiveEverygirl The sweet one]]
** FourManBand: CasanovaWannabe and ButtMonkey.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Sweet/fruity cocktails, sparkling wine, champagne for alcoholic drinks. Fruit juice/smoothies, most soft drinks, milked coffee for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: {{Pop}}, ContemporaryRAndB, {{Disco}}, most kinds of dance music.
** GirlPosse Member: BrainlessBeauty,TheDitz,DitzyGenius and LovableAlphaBitch
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse members): DumbJock (If not a JerkJock), LovableJock, ExtracurricularEnthusiast, OmnidisciplinaryScientist , Geek,TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady,TheSocialExpert, ClassClown, ClassPrincess and PomPomGirl.
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[[folder: Choleric (yellow bile)]]
* Extroverted, short-tempered, and task oriented. Normally callous and unemotional but will get angry for personal reasons. They tend to be magnanimous, optimistic, charismatic, warm, enthusiastic, forward-thinking, tolerant, and strong-willed. Whoever has a choleric temperament will be a born leader, initiator, logical, of action, frank and who always takes the plans forward.
** Key Strengths: [[TheKirk Takes the lead]], hard worker, strong-willed, practical, [[{{Hotblooded}} passionate]], a good repossession worker, security or military personnel, an excellent strongman/woman of the team ([[DrillSergeantNasty drill sergeant at the most extreme]]), [[{{Determinator}} determined]], goal-oriented and sometimes thrives on criticism.
*** In common with sanguine: Confident, [[ChallengeSeeker loves a challenge]], hard to embarrass.
*** In common with melancholic: [[TheStrategist Good planner]], independent, [[BrutalHonesty honest without any compromisation]], Excellent agent of change, [[TheReliableOne sheer hard worker]].
** Key Weaknesses: [[HairTriggerTemper Hot-tempered]], rude, rebellious, can be cruel, stubborn, [[MeanBoss bossy]], [[MakeanExampleofThem expects complete devotion]], insensitive, [[{{Jerkass}} often condescending]], [[RageBreakingPoint can become psychotic in overbearing situations]], {{workaholic}}, [[TheUnfettered without compassion or conscience]], can be a warmonger, [[RevengebeforeReason vengeful]], a selfish cynic of a person's character, most likely a [[UnsportsmanlikeGloating bad winner]]/[[SoreLoser loser]], and may misinterpret jokes.
*** In common with sanguine: Boisterous, often [[DramaQueen dramatic]], unhinged, unfiltered in speech, often likes to make "in your face" insults and sometimes [[ItsAllAboutMe self-centered]],
*** In common with melancholic: Inflexible, emotionally distant, strict, [[ThePerfectionist demanding and fastidious]], [[IWorkAlone not very cooperative]], [[BestServedCold vengeful]], [[HolierThanThou self-righteous]] and [[BlackAndWhiteInsanity dogmatic]], heavily sarcastic, [[TheCynic tends sees the worst in people]].
** Expressive high, responsive low; response's delay short, duration long.
** The '''D'''ominant '''D'''river of '''D'''ISC and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfIdealistPersonalitiesInStories Idealists]]
** Will often correspond with the Apathetic or the Cynic when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as {{Tsundere}} (Rude and Lovestruck), especially "Type A" and "Type B". {{Hot Blooded}} can also qualify. May qualify as {{Yandere}} in more unstable cases.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Red Oni and cruel, sheer "Bad Cop".
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (hot and dry) [[PlayingWithFire fire]], summer, and afternoon.
** In a person's life, it corresponds with '''''adolescence''''' and '''''young adulthood''''' (roughly ages 13-35).
** Organ: Gall bladder/Stomach.
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yang ([[RedOniBlueOni Red]]).
** TheFourGods: Vermilion Bird.
** Planet or Satellite: Mars and the Sun.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius.
** Leadership type: [[LeeroyJenkins Headstrong]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: O.
** Apocalypse Horseman: War.
** Family member: Father.
** Cardinal Point: North.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Steamroller.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 3, 8.
** Emotion: [[AngerTropes Anger/Rage]]
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[FieryRedhead Red/Ginger]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{United States of America}} United States]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{China}} China]], [[UsefulNotes/NorthKorea North Korea]], [[UsefulNotes/HongKong Hong Kong]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Serbia}} Serbia]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Russia}} Russia]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Texas}}, UsefulNotes/{{New York}}.
** City in the Philippines: San Juan.
** Basic Taste: Salty.
** Archetypal color: Darker shades of yellow, all shades of red or orange (the colors of a Volcano).
** Male/Female: Alpha.
** Sense of Humor: [[JerkWithAHeartOfGold Brash]].
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[MsFanservice The sexy one]].
** FourManBand: OnlySaneMan, CasanovaWannabe.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: [[{{Beergasm}} Beer]], rum, tequila, mojito for alcoholic drinks. energy drink for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: CountryMusic, HardRock, HeavyMetal, GangstaRap, GlamRap.
** GirlPosse member: AlphaBitch (If grades aren't particularly good), AcademicAlphaBitch (If grades ''are'' particularly good). (Does not apply for if [[LovableAlphaBitch kind inside]]).
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse members): BigJerkOnCampus, HighSchoolHustler (all types), FemmeFatale,TheCasanova,Geek,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,DitzyGenius,Jerkass,JerkwithaHeartofGold,TheBully,Every type of Teenage Rebel and BarbaricBully.
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[[folder: Melancholic (black bile)]]
* Introverted, brooding, and task-oriented. Normally ''highly'' sensitive and empathetic, but can be blunt. They are introspective, sensitive and very detailed people. They are usually those people who prefer to remain silent in their corner, reserved, suspicious, but very loyal and dedicated to the people they love.
** Key Strengths: Detailed, conservative, [[AwesomenessByAnalysis analytical]], organized, [[ThePerfectionist perfectionistic]], [[UndyingLoyalty faithful to a fault]], [[TheParagon highly moralistic]] (mostly), discreet will of stone, elegant (in the more dignified ways), often selfless and an excellent medic, lawyer or scientist.
*** In common with choleric: Excellent leader, practical, an effective organizer and punctual.
*** In common with phlegmatic: Polite, ethical to a fault, deep, thoughtful, sensitive and gentle.
** Key Weaknesses: Rigid, too straight-laced, [[CausticCritic critical]], pessimistic, [[MoodSwinger moody]], [[TheEeyore depressed]], suspicious, has unrealistically high expectations, [[TheParanoiac very paranoid.]]
*** In common with choleric: Inflexible, can be snobbish, {{workaholic}},emotionally distant, strict, [[TheResenter resentful]], [[BestServedCold vengeful]], [[HolierThanThou self-righteous]] and [[BlackAndWhiteInsanity dogmatic]], often [[TheCynic sees the worst in people]] ([[TheSnarkKnight and especially]] [[HeroicSelfDeprecation themselves]]).
*** In common with phlegmatic: [[ShrinkingViolet Shy]], [[NervousWreck insecure]], easily embarrassed, slowpoke.
** Expressive low, responsive low; response's delay long, duration long.
** The '''C'''ontemplating '''C'''onscience of DIS'''C''' and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfGuardianPersonalitiesInStories Guardians]]
** Will often correspond with the Cynic or the Realist when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as {{Kuudere}} (Mood-Swinger ) or a tendentially sad and depressed {{Dandere}} (shy and lovestruck). {{Sugar and Ice Personality}} can also qualify.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Stoic, aloof Blue Oni, a cold "Bad Cop" with less affiliation (if not uninvolved).
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (cool and dry) [[DishingOutDirt earth]], autumn, and evening.
** In a person's life, it corresponds to '''''middle-aged adulthood''''' (roughly ages 35-65).
** Organ: Spleen
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yin (black).
** TheFourGods: White Tiger.
** Planet or Satellite: Saturn and The Mercury.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn.
** Leadership type: [[TheSmartGuy Mastermind]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: A.
** Apocalypse Horseman: Death.
** Family Member: Son.
** Cardinal Point: East.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Plugger.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 1, 4, 6.
** Emotion: [[SadnessTropes Sadness/Sorrow]].
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[RavenHairIvorySkin Black]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/UnitedKingdom United Kingdom]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Ireland}} Ireland]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Taiwan}} Taiwan]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Mongolia}} Mongolia]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Germany}} Germany]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Finland}} Finland]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Pennsylvania}}, [[UsefulNotes/{{Chicago}} Illinois]].
** City in the Philippines: Manila.
** Basic Taste: Both Bitter And Sour.
** Archetypal color: Navy blue, dark purple, olive or darker shades of green, all shades of brown or black (the colors of a cave or cavern).
** Male/Female: Sigma.
** Sense of Humor: [[SadClown Tragic]].
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[DeadpanSnarker The snarky one]].
** FourManBand: TheSmartGuy.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Whiskey, brandy, vodka for alcoholic drinks. Black coffee, black tea, bitter variants of soft drinks for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: AlternativeRock, AlternativeMetal, AlternativeRAndB, ConsciousHipHop, GothRock, EmoMusic.
** Girl Posse member: BetaBitch.
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse): AcademicAthlete, The Ace, BigManOnCampus, OmnidisciplinaryScientist, TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress, ClassRepresentative,ChasteHero,ProperLady, GradeSkipper, EmoTeen, {{Goth}}, Geek,DitzyGenius,GeniusDitz,Loners, TroubledButCute, TeachersPet, and the ShrinkingViolet.
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[[folder: Phlegmatic (phlegm)]]
* Introverted, quiet, and people-oriented. Kind,self-controlled and empathetic towards others. They are a diplomatic person, who does not want to get into conflicts, who runs away from confusion. Sometimes impulsive and sensitive, they are also more malleable than others. Doesn't like fights, is obedient, loyal, patient and fun. Usually assume passive postures in situations. They are homely, tolerant and very fond of being kind to people. [[note]]The temperament called '''Supine''' from another theory is covered in this temperament.[[/note]]
** Key Strengths: Calm, humble,hopeful, an excellent assistant, spy or librarian, discreet, flexible will of steel (flexible steel), elegant (in the simpler ways), thoughtful, patient, modest, [[NiceGuy a real sweetheart]], [[EnigmaticMinion accommodating]], steady-paced, sympathetic, perceptive, normally has [[TheFettered faith in morality]] (or [[TheUnfettered indifferent to it]]), very compassionate, [[TheIdealist assuming innocent until proven guilty]] (or [[TheCynic alternatively rational]]), a good listener, open-minded, considerate, and empathetic to all.
*** In common with melancholic: Polite, reserved, gentle, ethical to a fault, dependable, can be [[EnsembleDarkhorse popular among audiences]], [[TheQuietOne quiet]] and [[StealthExpert stealthy]], [[TheStoic a deep poker face]], [[HiddenDepths insightful]].
*** In common with sanguine: Pleasant, forgiving, witty, easygoing, [[{{Pollyanna}} idealistic endurer]], emotionally available, a good sense of humour, good with relationships, accepting, playful.
** Key Weaknesses: Indifferent, [[YamatoNadeshiko submissive]], [[LazyBum lazy]], slow, shy and passive, [[TheSlacker slacker]], indecisive and [[ExtremeDoormat too yielding]], [[ForgettableCharacter often neglected by others]].
*** In common with melancholic: [[ShrinkingViolet Timid and docile]], scared of sudden change, stubborn (about certain things), easily embarrassed.
*** In common with sanguine: [[TheGadfly teasing]], too compromising, forgetful, [[WideEyedIdealist often unable to find what's wrong]].
** Expressive low, responsive high; response's delay long, duration short.
** The '''S'''table '''S'''upporter of DI'''S'''C and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfRationalPersonalitiesInStories Rationals]]
** Will often correspond with the Realist or the Optimist when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as {{Defrosting Ice Queen}} (Cool and Lovestruck) or a cutie and shy [[TheCutie Dandere]]. May qualify as {{Yandere}} in more unstable cases.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Blue Oni and gentle, diplomatic "Good Cop".
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (cool and moist) [[MakingASplash water]], winter, and deep night.
** In a person's life, it corresponds to '''''older adulthood''''' (roughly ages 65 and up).
** Organ: Brain
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yin ([[RedOniBlueOni blue]]).
** TheFourGods: Black Tortoise.
** Planet or Satellite: Venus and the Moon.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces.
** Leadership type: [[OnlySaneMan Levelheaded]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: AB.
** Apocalypse Horseman: Famine.
** Family member: [[TeamMom Mother]].
** Cardinal Point: South.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Sniper.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 5, 9.
** Emotion: [[ApathyIndex Apathy/Indifference]].
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[BrainyBrunette Brown]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Canada}} Canada]], [[UsefulNotes/NewZealand New Zealand]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Japan}} Japan]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Belgium}} Belgium]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Washington}}, UsefulNotes/{{Minnesota}}.
** City in the Philippines: Pasig
** Basic Taste: Sweet
** Archetypal color: Teal, green, white, gray, all shades of blue or black (the colors of the ocean).
** Male/Female: Gamma
** Sense of Humor: [[TheComicallySerious Dry]]
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[WomenAreWiser The admirable one]].
** FourManBand: ButtMonkey, OnlySaneMan.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: White wine, sake for alcoholic drinks. Milk, {{tea|IsClassy}}, [[BreadEggsBreadedEggs milk tea]], hot chocolate, cream soda for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: ClassicalMusic, {{Jazz}}, NewAge, IndiePop, DreamPop and ballad pop, SoftRock, SymphonicMetal, GothRock.
** GirlPosse Member: NaiveNewcomer and DitzyGenius
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse Members): SchoolIdol,GeniusDitz,TheCasanova,CasanovaWannabe,FemmeFatale,ProperLady,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,ClassPrincess, SpoiledSweet, {{Goth}},Geek, and (usually) TheEveryman.
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The four temperament system, while interesting, was seen as flawed even back then as some people did not fit with any of the presented humors, so a neutral temperament has been used. Originally derived in modern temperament theory from the once popular FIRO-B psychometric instrument, which included moderate scales. When the temperaments were mapped to it, the traditional Phlegmatic ended up moderate in both "expressive" (classic "extrovert" and "introvert") and "responsive" (classic "people vs task" focus) scales, and the low expressive high responsive area was labeled "'''Supine'''". While it shares many common elements with the Phlegmatic, the difference is that the Phlegmatic is this way from a lower energy reserve which leads them to take the path of least resistance (to either go with the flow and be agreeable, or to be stubborn and slow), while the Supine has an emotional energy that drives them to be reserved, but wanting of acceptance from others.
In alternative versions of the theory, the Phlegmatic kept in its old place, and the new temperament, here labeled as either "'''Leukine'''" (after leukocytes to match the body fluids theme) or "'''Eclectic'''", was considered the moderate one, sharing traits with all of the four temperaments (both "extrovert" and "introvert" and both "people-oriented" and "task-oriented").
In fiction this has been mostly reserved either for the lead character or more commonly for secondary characters (as for FourPhilosophyEnsemble, usually the Conflicted, but can also be Realist or Apathetic).
Historically in plays, there was a whole genre: Comedy of Humors, where the impetus of the story is the sudden banding of these opposing types. This is in contrast to the Comedy of Errors, where the story is driven by the events and situations.
They are similar to the four PersonalityBloodTypes and are sometimes also a ClassicalElementsEnsemble. In the latter case, this typically overlaps with ElementalPersonalities.
See also CastCalculus for the overarching archetypes in this and differently numbered ensembles. [[ImageLinks/FourTemperamentEnsemble Here is an Image Archive for this trope]]. Additionally, Pseudolonewolf (of ''Videogame/{{MARDEK}}'' fame) has a page that goes into great detail on the four temperaments, [[http://temperaments.fighunter.com here]] (older version with blends [[http://web.archive.org/web/20150324140648/http://archive.fighunter.com/?page=temperaments here]]), Eric B has a page that explains the five temperaments [[http://www.erictb.info/temperament1s.html here,]] and Website/TheOtherWiki offers its information [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Four_temperaments here.]] For another way to split up a group of four, see FourPhilosophyEnsemble. If you want to write such a group, see SoYouWantTo/WriteAFourTemperamentEnsemble.
A temporary imbalance would create an illness: too much blood caused a fever, too much yellow bile caused a cough, too much black bile caused depression, and too much phlegm caused a cold. A permanent imbalance led to a person having a certain type of intentions, behavior, and personality. Though this has been a theory long-since discredited from a scientific standpoint, the general idea still remains and the theory is still used for personality profiling. An ensemble based on these four humors can make the cast diverse without actually changing the roles of the characters in the story.
One of the interesting factors in the Four Temperaments, is that there is no Leader - any one of them could be TheLeader in the piece and defines the approach the team takes to the problem, while in a series the focus can switch back and forth to develop characters separately - see ADayInTheLimelight. Rather than meeting through coincidence or brought together in the first episode, these four are more likely to be long-term friends or family from the start. There may be a fifth person hanging around occasionally but they're not really part of the team; they just add flavour or play the part of MentorArchetype.
Along with a list of characteristics, the four temperaments are:
[[folder: Sanguine (blood)]]
* Extroverted, cheerful, and people-oriented. In general, they are more empathetic, encouraging, confident, communicative, humorous, compassionate, sentimental and affectionate. Sometimes, they are explosive, impulsive and even unpredictable.
** Key Strengths: Charming, cheerful, loves people, energetic, talkative, [[TheMcCoy passionate and compassionate]], positive, expressive influencer, an excellent comedian, salesman or clown, quirky or eccentric, [[TheFettered highly moralistic]] (mostly) and [[FunPersonified an outright fun person]].
*** In common with phlegmatic: Friendly, [[TurnTheOtherCheek forgiving]], emotionally available, [[SillyRabbitCynicismIsForLosers will never get negative]], good with relationships.
*** In common with choleric: Adventurous, confident,[[{{Pollyanna}} optimistic endurer]], hard to embarrass.
** Key Weaknesses: Undisciplined, [[MotorMouth too talkative]], [[MoodSwinger Euphoric-abatament]], [[GenkiGirl too energetic]], scatterbrained, gullible, unpredictable, and disorganized.
*** In common with phlegmatic: Weak-willed, likes to appease other people, gullible, [[WideEyedIdealist too idealistic to the point of being unable to grasp what's gone wrong]].
*** In common with choleric: Impulsive, reckless, hot-tempered, thoughtless, and sometimes [[ItsAllAboutMe self-centered]] at times.
** Expressive high, responsive high; response's delay short, duration short.
** The '''I'''nspired '''I'''nfluencer of D'''I'''SC and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfArtisanPersonalitiesInStories Artisans]]
** Will often correspond with the Optimist or the Apathetic when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as the extroverted and the cutie [[TheCutie Deredere]] (Lovestruck) in best cases; {{The Pollyanna}} and {{Plucky Girl}} can also qualify.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Brash Red Oni with snark, but an overall diplomatic "Good Cop".
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (hot and moist) [[BlowYouAway air]], spring, and morning.
** In a person's life, it corresponds to '''''young childhood''''' (roughly ages 0-13).
** Organ: Liver/Lungs.
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yang (white).
** TheFourGods: Azure Dragon.
** Planet or Satellite: Jupiter.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius.
** Leadership type: [[TheFace Charismatic]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: B
** Apocalypse Horseman: Conquest.
** Family member: Daughter.
** Cardinal Point: West.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Bushwacker.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 2, 7.
** Emotion: [[HappinessTropes Happiness/Joy]].
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[DumbBlonde Blonde]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Australia}} Australia]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Philippines}} Philippines]], [[UsefulNotes/SouthKorea South Korea]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Spain}} Spain]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Italy}} Italy]], [[UsefulNotes/{{France}} France]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Nevada}}, UsefulNotes/{{California}}.
** City in the Philippines: Quezon City
** Basic Taste: Umami (or Spicy, despite not being one of the basic tastes)
** Archetypal color: Gold, brighter shades of yellow, all shades of pink or aqua (the colors of the Sky).
** Male/Female: Beta.
** Sense of Humor: [[{{Cloudcuckoolander}} Klutzy]].
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[NaiveEverygirl The sweet one]]
** FourManBand: CasanovaWannabe and ButtMonkey.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Sweet/fruity cocktails, sparkling wine, champagne for alcoholic drinks. Fruit juice/smoothies, most soft drinks, milked coffee for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: {{Pop}}, ContemporaryRAndB, {{Disco}}, most kinds of dance music.
** GirlPosse Member: BrainlessBeauty,TheDitz,DitzyGenius and LovableAlphaBitch
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse members): DumbJock (If not a JerkJock), LovableJock, ExtracurricularEnthusiast, OmnidisciplinaryScientist , Geek,TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady,TheSocialExpert, ClassClown, ClassPrincess and PomPomGirl.
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[[folder: Choleric (yellow bile)]]
* Extroverted, short-tempered, and task oriented. Normally callous and unemotional but will get angry for personal reasons. They tend to be magnanimous, optimistic, charismatic, warm, enthusiastic, forward-thinking, tolerant, and strong-willed. Whoever has a choleric temperament will be a born leader, initiator, logical, of action, frank and who always takes the plans forward.
** Key Strengths: [[TheKirk Takes the lead]], hard worker, strong-willed, practical, [[{{Hotblooded}} passionate]], a good repossession worker, security or military personnel, an excellent strongman/woman of the team ([[DrillSergeantNasty drill sergeant at the most extreme]]), [[{{Determinator}} determined]], goal-oriented and sometimes thrives on criticism.
*** In common with sanguine: Confident, [[ChallengeSeeker loves a challenge]], hard to embarrass.
*** In common with melancholic: [[TheStrategist Good planner]], independent, [[BrutalHonesty honest without any compromisation]], Excellent agent of change, [[TheReliableOne sheer hard worker]].
** Key Weaknesses: [[HairTriggerTemper Hot-tempered]], rude, rebellious, can be cruel, stubborn, [[MeanBoss bossy]], [[MakeanExampleofThem expects complete devotion]], insensitive, [[{{Jerkass}} often condescending]], [[RageBreakingPoint can become psychotic in overbearing situations]], {{workaholic}}, [[TheUnfettered without compassion or conscience]], can be a warmonger, [[RevengebeforeReason vengeful]], a selfish cynic of a person's character, most likely a [[UnsportsmanlikeGloating bad winner]]/[[SoreLoser loser]], and may misinterpret jokes.
*** In common with sanguine: Boisterous, often [[DramaQueen dramatic]], unhinged, unfiltered in speech, often likes to make "in your face" insults and sometimes [[ItsAllAboutMe self-centered]],
*** In common with melancholic: Inflexible, emotionally distant, strict, [[ThePerfectionist demanding and fastidious]], [[IWorkAlone not very cooperative]], [[BestServedCold vengeful]], [[HolierThanThou self-righteous]] and [[BlackAndWhiteInsanity dogmatic]], heavily sarcastic, [[TheCynic tends sees the worst in people]].
** Expressive high, responsive low; response's delay short, duration long.
** The '''D'''ominant '''D'''river of '''D'''ISC and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfIdealistPersonalitiesInStories Idealists]]
** Will often correspond with the Apathetic or the Cynic when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as {{Tsundere}} (Rude and Lovestruck), especially "Type A" and "Type B". {{Hot Blooded}} can also qualify. May qualify as {{Yandere}} in more unstable cases.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Red Oni and cruel, sheer "Bad Cop".
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (hot and dry) [[PlayingWithFire fire]], summer, and afternoon.
** In a person's life, it corresponds with '''''adolescence''''' and '''''young adulthood''''' (roughly ages 13-35).
** Organ: Gall bladder/Stomach.
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yang ([[RedOniBlueOni Red]]).
** TheFourGods: Vermilion Bird.
** Planet or Satellite: Mars and the Sun.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius.
** Leadership type: [[LeeroyJenkins Headstrong]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: O.
** Apocalypse Horseman: War.
** Family member: Father.
** Cardinal Point: North.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Steamroller.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 3, 8.
** Emotion: [[AngerTropes Anger/Rage]]
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[FieryRedhead Red/Ginger]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{United States of America}} United States]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{China}} China]], [[UsefulNotes/NorthKorea North Korea]], [[UsefulNotes/HongKong Hong Kong]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Serbia}} Serbia]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Russia}} Russia]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Texas}}, UsefulNotes/{{New York}}.
** City in the Philippines: San Juan.
** Basic Taste: Salty.
** Archetypal color: Darker shades of yellow, all shades of red or orange (the colors of a Volcano).
** Male/Female: Alpha.
** Sense of Humor: [[JerkWithAHeartOfGold Brash]].
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[MsFanservice The sexy one]].
** FourManBand: OnlySaneMan, CasanovaWannabe.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: [[{{Beergasm}} Beer]], rum, tequila, mojito for alcoholic drinks. energy drink for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: CountryMusic, HardRock, HeavyMetal, GangstaRap, GlamRap.
** GirlPosse member: AlphaBitch (If grades aren't particularly good), AcademicAlphaBitch (If grades ''are'' particularly good). (Does not apply for if [[LovableAlphaBitch kind inside]]).
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse members): BigJerkOnCampus, HighSchoolHustler (all types), FemmeFatale,TheCasanova,Geek,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero,ProperLady, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,DitzyGenius,Jerkass,JerkwithaHeartofGold,TheBully,Every type of Teenage Rebel and BarbaricBully.
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[[folder: Melancholic (black bile)]]
* Introverted, brooding, and task-oriented. Normally ''highly'' sensitive and empathetic, but can be blunt. They are introspective, sensitive and very detailed people. They are usually those people who prefer to remain silent in their corner, reserved, suspicious, but very loyal and dedicated to the people they love.
** Key Strengths: Detailed, conservative, [[AwesomenessByAnalysis analytical]], organized, [[ThePerfectionist perfectionistic]], [[UndyingLoyalty faithful to a fault]], [[TheParagon highly moralistic]] (mostly), discreet will of stone, elegant (in the more dignified ways), often selfless and an excellent medic, lawyer or scientist.
*** In common with choleric: Excellent leader, practical, an effective organizer and punctual.
*** In common with phlegmatic: Polite, ethical to a fault, deep, thoughtful, sensitive and gentle.
** Key Weaknesses: Rigid, too straight-laced, [[CausticCritic critical]], pessimistic, [[MoodSwinger moody]], [[TheEeyore depressed]], suspicious, has unrealistically high expectations, [[TheParanoiac very paranoid.]]
*** In common with choleric: Inflexible, can be snobbish, {{workaholic}},emotionally distant, strict, [[TheResenter resentful]], [[BestServedCold vengeful]], [[HolierThanThou self-righteous]] and [[BlackAndWhiteInsanity dogmatic]], often [[TheCynic sees the worst in people]] ([[TheSnarkKnight and especially]] [[HeroicSelfDeprecation themselves]]).
*** In common with phlegmatic: [[ShrinkingViolet Shy]], [[NervousWreck insecure]], easily embarrassed, slowpoke.
** Expressive low, responsive low; response's delay long, duration long.
** The '''C'''ontemplating '''C'''onscience of DIS'''C''' and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfGuardianPersonalitiesInStories Guardians]]
** Will often correspond with the Cynic or the Realist when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as {{Kuudere}} (Mood-Swinger ) or a tendentially sad and depressed {{Dandere}} (shy and lovestruck). {{Sugar and Ice Personality}} can also qualify.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Stoic, aloof Blue Oni, a cold "Bad Cop" with less affiliation (if not uninvolved).
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (cool and dry) [[DishingOutDirt earth]], autumn, and evening.
** In a person's life, it corresponds to '''''middle-aged adulthood''''' (roughly ages 35-65).
** Organ: Spleen
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yin (black).
** TheFourGods: White Tiger.
** Planet or Satellite: Saturn and The Mercury.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn.
** Leadership type: [[TheSmartGuy Mastermind]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: A.
** Apocalypse Horseman: Death.
** Family Member: Son.
** Cardinal Point: East.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Plugger.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 1, 4, 6.
** Emotion: [[SadnessTropes Sadness/Sorrow]].
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[RavenHairIvorySkin Black]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/UnitedKingdom United Kingdom]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Ireland}} Ireland]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Taiwan}} Taiwan]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Mongolia}} Mongolia]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Germany}} Germany]], [[UsefulNotes/{{Finland}} Finland]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Pennsylvania}}, [[UsefulNotes/{{Chicago}} Illinois]].
** City in the Philippines: Manila.
** Basic Taste: Both Bitter And Sour.
** Archetypal color: Navy blue, dark purple, olive or darker shades of green, all shades of brown or black (the colors of a cave or cavern).
** Male/Female: Sigma.
** Sense of Humor: [[SadClown Tragic]].
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[DeadpanSnarker The snarky one]].
** FourManBand: TheSmartGuy.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: Whiskey, brandy, vodka for alcoholic drinks. Black coffee, black tea, bitter variants of soft drinks for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: AlternativeRock, AlternativeMetal, AlternativeRAndB, ConsciousHipHop, GothRock, EmoMusic.
** Girl Posse member: BetaBitch.
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting the GirlPosse): AcademicAthlete, The Ace, BigManOnCampus, OmnidisciplinaryScientist, TheCasanova,FemmeFatale,HeroicSeductress, ClassRepresentative,ChasteHero,ProperLady, GradeSkipper, EmoTeen, {{Goth}}, Geek,DitzyGenius,GeniusDitz,Loners, TroubledButCute, TeachersPet, and the ShrinkingViolet.
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[[folder: Phlegmatic (phlegm)]]
* Introverted, quiet, and people-oriented. Kind,self-controlled and empathetic towards others. They are a diplomatic person, who does not want to get into conflicts, who runs away from confusion. Sometimes impulsive and sensitive, they are also more malleable than others. Doesn't like fights, is obedient, loyal, patient and fun. Usually assume passive postures in situations. They are homely, tolerant and very fond of being kind to people. [[note]]The temperament called '''Supine''' from another theory is covered in this temperament.[[/note]]
** Key Strengths: Calm, humble,hopeful, an excellent assistant, spy or librarian, discreet, flexible will of steel (flexible steel), elegant (in the simpler ways), thoughtful, patient, modest, [[NiceGuy a real sweetheart]], [[EnigmaticMinion accommodating]], steady-paced, sympathetic, perceptive, normally has [[TheFettered faith in morality]] (or [[TheUnfettered indifferent to it]]), very compassionate, [[TheIdealist assuming innocent until proven guilty]] (or [[TheCynic alternatively rational]]), a good listener, open-minded, considerate, and empathetic to all.
*** In common with melancholic: Polite, reserved, gentle, ethical to a fault, dependable, can be [[EnsembleDarkhorse popular among audiences]], [[TheQuietOne quiet]] and [[StealthExpert stealthy]], [[TheStoic a deep poker face]], [[HiddenDepths insightful]].
*** In common with sanguine: Pleasant, forgiving, witty, easygoing, [[{{Pollyanna}} idealistic endurer]], emotionally available, a good sense of humour, good with relationships, accepting, playful.
** Key Weaknesses: Indifferent, [[YamatoNadeshiko submissive]], [[LazyBum lazy]], slow, shy and passive, [[TheSlacker slacker]], indecisive and [[ExtremeDoormat too yielding]], [[ForgettableCharacter often neglected by others]].
*** In common with melancholic: [[ShrinkingViolet Timid and docile]], scared of sudden change, stubborn (about certain things), easily embarrassed.
*** In common with sanguine: [[TheGadfly teasing]], too compromising, forgetful, [[WideEyedIdealist often unable to find what's wrong]].
** Expressive low, responsive high; response's delay long, duration short.
** The '''S'''table '''S'''upporter of DI'''S'''C and UsefulNotes/MyersBriggs types generally: [[MyersBriggs/ExamplesOfRationalPersonalitiesInStories Rationals]]
** Will often correspond with the Realist or the Optimist when in a FourPhilosophyEnsemble.
** Amongst the five main "Dere Types" qualify as {{Defrosting Ice Queen}} (Cool and Lovestruck) or a cutie and shy [[TheCutie Dandere]]. May qualify as {{Yandere}} in more unstable cases.
** [[RedOniBlueOni Oni type]] and GoodCopBadCop: Blue Oni and gentle, diplomatic "Good Cop".
** Corresponding [[ElementalMotifs element]], season, and division of a day: (cool and moist) [[MakingASplash water]], winter, and deep night.
** In a person's life, it corresponds to '''''older adulthood''''' (roughly ages 65 and up).
** Organ: Brain
** The Yin-Yang Duo: Yin ([[RedOniBlueOni blue]]).
** TheFourGods: Black Tortoise.
** Planet or Satellite: Venus and the Moon.
** WesternZodiac Signs: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces.
** Leadership type: [[OnlySaneMan Levelheaded]].
** {{Personality Blood Type|s}}: AB.
** Apocalypse Horseman: Famine.
** Family member: [[TeamMom Mother]].
** Cardinal Point: South.
** [[AcePilot Piloting Style]]: Sniper.
** Typical [[UsefulNotes/TheEnneagram Enneagram]] types: 5, 9.
** Emotion: [[ApathyIndex Apathy/Indifference]].
** Stereotypical [[HairColors Hair Color]]: [[BrainyBrunette Brown]].
** Prominent English-speaking Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Canada}} Canada]], [[UsefulNotes/NewZealand New Zealand]].
** Prominent Far-Eastern Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Japan}} Japan]].
** Prominent European Country: [[UsefulNotes/{{Belgium}} Belgium]].
** State: UsefulNotes/{{Washington}}, UsefulNotes/{{Minnesota}}.
** City in the Philippines: Pasig
** Basic Taste: Sweet
** Archetypal color: Teal, green, white, gray, all shades of blue or black (the colors of the ocean).
** Male/Female: Gamma
** Sense of Humor: [[TheComicallySerious Dry]]
** FourGirlEnsemble: [[WomenAreWiser The admirable one]].
** FourManBand: ButtMonkey, OnlySaneMan.
** DrinkBasedCharacterization: White wine, sake for alcoholic drinks. Milk, {{tea|IsClassy}}, [[BreadEggsBreadedEggs milk tea]], hot chocolate, cream soda for non-alcoholic drinks.
** [[AMFMCharacterization Prominent music genres]]: ClassicalMusic, {{Jazz}}, NewAge, IndiePop, DreamPop and ballad pop, SoftRock, SymphonicMetal, GothRock.
** GirlPosse Member: NaiveNewcomer and DitzyGenius
** PopularityFoodChain (Not counting GirlPosse Members): SchoolIdol,GeniusDitz,TheCasanova,CasanovaWannabe,FemmeFatale,ProperLady,HeroicSeductress,ChasteHero, OmnidisciplinaryScientist,ClassPrincess, SpoiledSweet, {{Goth}},Geek, and (usually) TheEveryman.
[[/folder]]
The four temperament system, while interesting, was seen as flawed even back then as some people did not fit with any of the presented humors, so a neutral temperament has been used. Originally derived in modern temperament theory from the once popular FIRO-B psychometric instrument, which included moderate scales. When the temperaments were mapped to it, the traditional Phlegmatic ended up moderate in both "expressive" (classic "extrovert" and "introvert") and "responsive" (classic "people vs task" focus) scales, and the low expressive high responsive area was labeled "'''Supine'''". While it shares many common elements with the Phlegmatic, the difference is that the Phlegmatic is this way from a lower energy reserve which leads them to take the path of least resistance (to either go with the flow and be agreeable, or to be stubborn and slow), while the Supine has an emotional energy that drives them to be reserved, but wanting of acceptance from others.
In alternative versions of the theory, the Phlegmatic kept in its old place, and the new temperament, here labeled as either "'''Leukine'''" (after leukocytes to match the body fluids theme) or "'''Eclectic'''", was considered the moderate one, sharing traits with all of the four temperaments (both "extrovert" and "introvert" and both "people-oriented" and "task-oriented").
In fiction this has been mostly reserved either for the lead character or more commonly for secondary characters (as for FourPhilosophyEnsemble, usually the Conflicted, but can also be Realist or Apathetic).
Historically in plays, there was a whole genre: Comedy of Humors, where the impetus of the story is the sudden banding of these opposing types. This is in contrast to the Comedy of Errors, where the story is driven by the events and situations.
They are similar to the four PersonalityBloodTypes and are sometimes also a ClassicalElementsEnsemble. In the latter case, this typically overlaps with ElementalPersonalities.
See also CastCalculus for the overarching archetypes in this and differently numbered ensembles. [[ImageLinks/FourTemperamentEnsemble Here is an Image Archive for this trope]]. Additionally, Pseudolonewolf (of ''Videogame/{{MARDEK}}'' fame) has a page that goes into great detail on the four temperaments, [[http://temperaments.fighunter.com here]] (older version with blends [[http://web.archive.org/web/20150324140648/http://archive.fighunter.com/?page=temperaments here]]), Eric B has a page that explains the five temperaments [[http://www.erictb.info/temperament1s.html here,]] and Website/TheOtherWiki offers its information [[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Four_temperaments here.]] For another way to split up a group of four, see FourPhilosophyEnsemble. If you want to write such a group, see SoYouWantTo/WriteAFourTemperamentEnsemble.
