History SoYouWantTo / WriteAFourTemperamentEnsemble

Melancholic characters care about the bigger picture (ItsAllMyFault can make an appearance there - melancholics are prone to mulling over their actions and whether they should have acted differently). They consider it important that their work is meaningful, and also have lots of [[ForScience scientific curiosity]]. A [[ActionFilmQuietDramaScene quiet drama scene]] is a good way to highlight Matt's goals, issues, and ultimate sense of function in the ensemble. Alternatively (for a more [[AntiHero antiheroic]] or downright villainous melancholic), give him some great personal wrong to {{r|evenge}}edress - look to [[Theatre/{{Hamlet}} the prince of Denmark]] and to [[Film/StarTrekIntoDarkness the new Khan]] [[note]][[Film/StarTrekIITheWrathOfKhan Old Khan]] is no slouch, either[[/note]] for pointers. As for melancholics on the side of the angels, [[WesternAnimation/Frozen2013 Elsa of Arendelle]] is a good example - generally duty-conscious, contemplative, very private and reserved, but well able to unleash the drama and cares more than she initially lets on.

'''Maturing the character, or character arcs specific to him''': Matt is the one most prone to [[AfraidOfTheirOwnStrength moral fear]] - being afraid that he'll do something wrong, bring on a catastrophe and it will be his fault, as opposed to being afraid of others perceiving him as a failure or of anything external that might happen to him. While moral fear is an important part of human moral immunological system, having too much of it will hold you back when you ought to act - this may be a problem to Matt and overcoming it is a temperament-specific plot you can very well use. Also see classical theatre: both Greek and Shakespearean tragedy tends towards melancholic protagonists.

Now we go into the relationships between each duo. If you took each character and connected them to any one other, you would have six different pairs. What makes them an effective pair? What's going to cause them to clash? And what can they combine to achieve within the ensemble? As we already know by the description of the trope on [[FourTemperamentEnsemble its own page]], each temperament shares one link with the other three. That includes the polar opposites.

Cholerics are energetic and task-bound, trading wild flights of fancy for a no-nonsense attitude. They are ambitious, sometimes HotBlooded, and attempt to take a position of a leader; they're also usually strong-willed, if not downright bull-headed, my-way-or-the-highway types. While cholerics tend to be practical and utilitarian, they can be carried away by their temper and have a [[HairTriggerTemper short fuse]] - they're not associated with [[PlayingWithFire fire]] for nothing. Even in settings that don't really run on PersonalityPowers, choleric wizards and magic users tend to be a bit of a fire hazard (case in point: Harry "the building was on fire, and it wasn't my fault" [[Literature/TheDresdenFiles Dresden]]). Besides being quick to anger, they can (and will) hold a grudge. Craig will probably be the type of a guy who despises long waits and urges the group forwards. He's likely not a people person, but can get a job done given the right [[MotivationIndex incentive]]. In short, he can slide smoothly into ''any'' component of the FreudianTrio and his style of leadership is likely Headstrong.

Make it a challenge - a contest with high prizes is one way to do it, but for some cholerics bragging rights are prize enough. Or the warm, fuzzy feeling of having won! (Yeah!) Just look at [[WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender Toph Bei Fong]], the best earthbender in the world! Although, cholerics may have such high standards TheBGrade is a veritable catastrophe for them (we're looking at you, [[Series/{{Friends}} Monica Geller!]]) and they will move heaven and earth to stay [[PunctuatedForEmphasis The. Best]]. Alternatively, he might be OnlyInItForTheMoney (WellExcuseMePrincess) - see [[Film/GuardiansOfTheGalaxy Rocket Racoon]]. Or, especially if he's villainous, for power. [[EvilLaugh Unlimited power!]] Then again, if your choleric is one of the good guys, it might be power to do the right thing - a good-guy choleric might well believe they're the only person there who can be trusted to get stuff done. A rebel leader might very well be choleric, like [[Franchise/StarWars Leia "Into the chute, flyboy!" Organa]], for example. Other cholerics have a Dream (the capital very much supposed to be here) to realise and will stop at friggin' nothing till they achieve it - [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyVII Cid Highwind]] is one of those. Especially think about the FinalBattle and the role Craig is going to play in it.

In particular - resist the temptation of giving your cahracters ''every single'' trait of their temperament. Let them be slightly inconsistent. Let their traits tie together (stubborn is just persistent from another point of view), but add (or remove) something extra.

You may notice, for instance in ''WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender'' ot the Hogwarts houses in ''Literature/HarryPotter'', that larger groups sometimes fit this pattern, as well (professor Tolkien's [[Literature/TheLordOfTheRings hobbits]] are, by and large, a whole race of phlegmatics). This can work - or not. It won't if you make the temperaments [[PlanetOfHats unisize hats]].

You may notice, for instance in ''WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender'', that larger groups sometimes fit this pattern, as well (professor Tolkien's [[Literature/TheLordOfTheRings hobbits]] are, by and large, a whole race of phlegmatics). This can work - or not. It won't if you make the temperaments [[PlanetOfHats unisize hats]].

Even if the entire culture is holding a certain temperament as the ideal, nobody will conform to it one hundred percent, for various reasons - certainly not your characters. An example might be prince Zuko, a young man born in a ''very'' choleric, power-oriented society, who questions it and can't really find his place in it, partly because his natural temperament is melancholic, but not solely. A character is not their temperament - they're so much more.

Another example, hobbits: phlegmatic traits (wars and all - Frodo laments the small-mindedness of his brethren) sort of define hobbitness, but look at the four we meet in ''Literature/TheLordOfTheRings'': Sam is explicitly stated to be much less phlegmatic than he looks - he (despite a complete lack of ambition) has a quite strong [[TheDeterminator choleric streak]] that usually manifests whenever Frodo's life is in danger or Gollum is around. Or both. Especially both. Merry is a practical melancholic - he thinks ahead, worries and understands the bigger picture, while Frodo is a more dramatic, poetic and impractical melancholic. And Pippin is a sanguine kid. And yet - each of them is peaceful, empatic and sociable, in their own individual ways.

Cholerics are energetic and task-bound, trading wild flights of fancy for a no-nonsense attitude. They are ambitious, sometimes HotBlooded, and attempt to take a position of a leader; they're also usually strong-willed, if not downright bull-headed, my-way-or-the-highway types. While cholerics tend to be practical and utilitarian, they can be carried away by their temper and have a [[HairTriggerTemper short fuse]] - they're not associated with [[PlayingWithFire fire]] for nothing. Besides being quick to anger, they can (and will) hold a grudge. Craig will probably be the type of a guy who despises long waits and urges the group forwards. He's likely not a people person, but can get a job done given the right [[MotivationIndex incentive]]. In short, he can slide smoothly into ''any'' component of the FreudianTrio and his style of leadership is likely Headstrong.

The ensemble needs to pull information out of someone. Paula is likely prowling the grounds for surprises. Either Craig or Sarah is talking to TheMark with the other in support and keeping others off their back. Matt, meanwhile, is likely to have one foot in the crowd door and the other outside with whatever their mode of transportation is.

Sanguines are often {{the j|ester}}oker or TheMcCoy of the group: more lighthearted, carefree and optimistic. They provide moments of levity necessary in the work and urge the rest of the group forwards with their bright outlook on life. Wiki/TheOtherWiki also pegs them down as imaginative and artistic. Sarah is likely the glue that sticks the group together. She's the one with great dreams and plans, but may also be fairly naive (hence the [[BlowYouAway air]] association) and / or InnocentlyInsensitive. Almost always the absolute RedOni of the ensemble and more likely than not to be TheBigGuy. In addition to being protagonist material, her style of leadership is likely Charismatic.

Emphasize the inner workings of the ensemble's base. [[UnfazedEveryman Phlegmatic protagonists]] tend to appear in British science fiction and urban fantasy, see [[Literature/TheHitchhikersGuideToTheGalaxy Arthur Dent]], [[Literature/{{Neverwhere}} Richard Mayhew]] or [[Series/DoctorWho Rory Williams]] for pointers. Also, Creator/JulesVerne liked to have a HypercompetentSidekick slash ComicRelief phlegmatic on the team (e.g. Conseil in ''Literature/TwentyThousandLeaguesUnderTheSea''). Generally, short of just pulling the rug from under their feet, the trick is to find that one special person your phlegmatic [[TheFourLoves cares about the most]] - and put them in danger. This special person doesn't need to be part of the team - indeed, if Paula's goal is to rescue someone, they're probably not. Although, sometimes YouCantGoHomeAgain, so Paula and her ward will have to find a permanent place in the group (see [[Series/{{Firefly}} Simon and River Tam]]). If the special person is part of the team, Paula's UndyingLoyalty will make it impossible for her to let them InHarmsWay on their own. And after she's been with the group for a while, she'll tend to slip into the role of TeamMom.

Make it {{fun|personified}}! Sanguine people like fun, especially if it involves goofing around with friends or making new ones (JoinsToFitIn may make an appearance). Of course, you can go the ''WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender'' route and get Sarah into a scrape while she's escaping her actual responsibilities, just like Aang. Alternately, make that scrape dovetail into a [[MagneticHero massive recruiting drive]] that will help her allies through their inevitable LastStand. They're usually compassionate and optimistic to a point that [[WideEyedIdealist they can miss problems and be tricked by deceptive characters]], but are also more likely to take a chance on [[NotEvilJustMisunderstood unlikely]] [[HeroWithBadPublicity allies]] - see [[WesternAnimation/Frozen2013 Princess Anna of Arendelle]]. Nice sanguines can be after ForHappiness, but not to the point of UtopiaJustifiesTheMeans - generally, sanguines just don't have the attention span to be TotalitarianUtilitarian dictators and will happily settle for a SmallStepsHero. [[SelfDemonstrating/TheJoker Evil ones]] will usually do their stuff ForTheLulz, without philosophical consideration. But if you want to [[MaddenIntoMisanthropy make them bad]] with a FreudianExcuse or a FaceHeelTurn - they [[HatesBeingAlone really dislike loneliness]]. [[GoMadFromTheIsolation A lot]].

We start with archetypes for each character and proceed from there. There are, of course, four definite types: sanguine, choleric, melancholic, and phlegmatic (II). Then create a name for each — for example, Sarah, Craig, Matt, and Paula. Then spice up their personalities based on the occupied archetypes and flesh out their own personalities (also see [[SoYouWantTo/DevelopCharacterPersonalities this article]]).

We start with archetypes for each character and proceed from there. There are, of course, four definite types: sanguine, choleric, melancholic, and phlegmatic (II). Then create a name for each — for example, Sarah, Craig, Matt, and Paula. Then spice up their personalities based on the occupied archetypes and flesh out their own personalities.

Make it {{fun|personified}}! Sanguine people like fun, especially if it involves goofing around with friends or making new ones (JoinsToFitIn may make an appearance). Of course, you can go the ''WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender'' route and get Sarah into a scrape while she's escaping her actual responsibilities, just like Aang. Alternately, make that scrape dovetail into a [[MagneticHero massive recruiting drive]] that will help her allies through their inevitable LastStand. They're usually compassionate and optimistic to a point that [[WideEyedIdealist they can miss problems and be tricked by deceptive characters]], but are also more likely to take a chance on [[NotEvilJustMisunderstood unlikely]] [[HeroWithBadPublicity allies]] - see [[Disney/{{Frozen}} Princess Anna of Arendelle]]. Nice sanguines can be after ForHappiness, but not to the point of UtopiaJustifiesTheMeans - generally, sanguines just don't have the attention span to be TotalitarianUtilitarian dictators and will happily settle for a SmallStepsHero. [[SelfDemonstrating/TheJoker Evil ones]] will usually do their stuff ForTheLulz, without philosophical consideration. But if you want to [[MaddenIntoMisanthropy make them bad]] with a FreudianExcuse or a FaceHeelTurn - they [[HatesBeingAlone really dislike loneliness]]. [[GoMadFromTheIsolation A lot]].

Melancholic characters care about the bigger picture (ItsAllMyFault can make an appearance there - melancholics are prone to mulling over their actions and whether they should have acted differently). They consider it important that their work is meaningful, and also have lots of [[ForScience scientific curiosity]]. A [[ActionFilmQuietDramaScene quiet drama scene]] is a good way to highlight Matt's goals, issues, and ultimate sense of function in the ensemble. Alternatively (for a more [[AntiHero antiheroic]] or downright villainous melancholic), give him some great personal wrong to {{r|evenge}}edress - look to [[Theatre/{{Hamlet}} the prince of Denmark]] and to [[Film/StarTrekIntoDarkness the new Khan]] [[note]][[Film/StarTrekIITheWrathOfKhan Old Khan]] is no slouch, either[[/note]] for pointers. As for melancholics on the side of the angels, [[Disney/{{Frozen}} Elsa of Arendelle]] is a good example - generally duty-conscious, contemplative, very private and reserved, but well able to unleash the drama and cares more than she initially lets on.

''But why would I want such a cliched scheme?'' Well, like the FiveManBand, it works ''precisely'' for that reason (and probably others). However, ''unlike'' the Band (whose purest depiction applies TheSmurfettePrinciple to TheChick), it has no pure or anachronistic designation and can be of any moral alignment whatsoever. The SwordOfPlotAdvancement can also be used by any one of them. They are as suited to low-key SliceOfLife activity as they are to the hardest core of SpeculativeFiction. Long as you have exactly four, it doesn’t matter how many are male or how many are female.[[note]]See "Adding on to the ensemble" below for another analysis. Wiki/TheOtherWiki has a section about the ''Five'' Temperaments, this fifth (neutral) one being '''leucine''' or '''supine.''' Whether you think it works in a FiveManBand is another matter.[[/note]] Despite being based primarily on their ''personalities,'' they all have a purpose, no one is redundant, and eventually we get to know them all one-on-one. Moreover, it's another framework to set up the characters: start with their position in the ensemble and build from there. It also outlines their basic relationships with each other and eventually the wider world, greatly simplifying your work. Furthermore, you don't have to worry too much about pseudoscientific mumbo-jumbo in the long run.

'''Maturing the character, or character arcs specific to him''': Craig might have to bite it and TameHisAnger or his SoreLoser tendencies. Expect [[AngerTropes ranting]]. [[WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender Prince Zuko]] (who is actually a melancholic trying to be a choleric for two and a half seasons) might give you pointers there on chanelling Craig's natural passion into something creative and constructive. If your choleric happens to be female, beware of {{Chickification}} - it will ring very, very false to have this spitfire DamselOutOfDistress suddenly turn into a doe-eyed little lady (again, Leia's romace arc is a good example to follow if you want a Choleric gal to fall in love, but not the only possibility). Other possibilities include learning the value of teamwork and how to be a good leader (instead of I-know-best-SurroundedByIdiots yelling DrillSergeantNasty), how to appreciate finer things in life or how to stop trying to control everything.

'''How does she handle anger''': Paula is a mellow gal who rarely goes beyond [[DeadpanSnarker sarcastically pointing out what's wrong with the world]]. She dislikes personal conflict - showing anger, for her, would be covered by OOCIsSeriousBusiness. TranquilFury is a possibility, but so is an intricate plot to get rid of whoever wronged her (in a mystery story she might be the poisoner - but she must have a really good motive). The full-time evil phlegmatics may seem like {{Harmless Villain}}s, since [[ObstructiveBureaucrat their brand of evil]] is deceptively impersonal, clinical and banal - [[Literature/TheHitchhikersGuideToTheGalaxy wouldn't even lift a finger to save their own grandmothers]]. If there's an impersonal force causing problems, Paula will stick to the support role. She'll provide Matt with a sounding board and keep Sarah from getting discouraged.

Melancholics are [[AloofAlly more emotionally distant]], and more likely to notice the dark side of things. They are, however, organized and can do their job very well, mostly thanks to being more grounded and methodical - their element is [[DishingOutDirt earth]]. Matt is just as likely to be an EmotionlessGirl (well, boy) as he is to be AwesomeByAnalysis. He'll like to plan ahead, make arrangements and prepare for the worst, but don't expect him to go out of his way to be nice to others (except Paula) or spare anyone, even himself, the blame. He ''will'' probably care, though, [[HiddenHeartOfGold he just won't show it very much]]. This makes him a natural to be TheLeader (likely the Mastermind) or TheSpock.

Phlegmatics are good with people - a phlegmatic person will lend you a shoulder to cry on and listen to you. They are empathic and tolerant, but can be witty or joking as well, and will slide smoothly into any assembly - their element is [[MakingASplash water]]. They are, however, indecisive, and can compromise too much. Paula will be a calm presence of the group, likely a team medic, if such thing is necessary, and a good listener. If a villain is to change sides, she'll be the first to accept him, or even prompt him to switch sides. No matter what the scale for the other three, she is almost ''always'' the absolute BlueOni (and probably TheHeart) of the four. Long story short, she is the ensemble's natural peacekeeper and probably TheKirk. Her style of leadership is likely Levelheaded.

Melancholics are [[AloofAlly more emotionally distant]], and more likely to notice the dark side of things. They are, however, organized and can do their job very well, mostly thanks to being more grounded and methodical - their element is [[DishingOutDirt earth]]. Matt is just as likely to be an EmotionlessGirl (well, boy) as he is to be AwesomeByAnalysis. He'll like to plan ahead, make arrangements and prepare for the worst, but don't expect him to go out of his way to be nice to others (except Paula) or spare anyone, even himself, the blame. He ''will'' probably care, though, [[HiddenHeartOfGold he just won't show it very much]]. This makes him a natural to be TheLeader (likely the Mastermind) or TheKirk.

Phlegmatics are good with people - a phlegmatic person will lend you a shoulder to cry on and listen to you. They are empathic and tolerant, but can be witty or joking as well, and will slide smoothly into any assembly - their element is [[MakingASplash water]]. They are, however, indecisive, and can compromise too much. Paula will be a calm presence of the group, likely a team medic, if such thing is necessary, and a good listener. If a villain is to change sides, she'll be the first to accept him, or even prompt him to switch sides. No matter what the scale for the other three, she is almost ''always'' the absolute BlueOni (and probably TheHeart) of the four. Long story short, she is the ensemble's natural peacekeeper and probably TheSpock. Her style of leadership is likely Levelheaded.

Cholerics are energetic and task-bound, trading wild flights of fancy for a no-nonsense attitude. They are ambitious, sometimes HotBlooded, and attempt to take a position of a leader; they're also usually strong-willed, if not downright bull-headed, my-way-or-the-highway types. While cholerics tend to be practical and utilitarian, they can be carried away by their temper and have a [[HairTriggerTemper short fuse]] - they're not associated with [[PlayingWithFire fire]] for nothing. Besides being quick to anger, they can (and will) hold a grudge. Craig will probably be the type of a guy who despises long waits and urges the group forwards. He's likely not a people person, but can get a job done given the right [[MotivationIndex incentive]]. His style of leadership is likely Headstrong.

Make it a challenge - a contest with high prizes is one way to do it, but for some cholerics bragging rights are prize enough. Or the warm, fuzzy feeling of having won! (Yeah!) Just look at [[WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender Toph Bei Fong]], the best earthbender in the world! Although, cholerics may have such high standards TheBGrade is a veritable catastrophe for them (we're looking at you, [[Series/{{Friends}} Monica Geller!]]) and they will move heaven and earth to stay [[PunctuatedForEmphasis The. Best]]. Alternatively, he might be OnlyInItForTheMoney (WellExcuseMePrincess) - see [[Film/GuardiansOfTheGalaxy Rocket Racoon]]. Or, especially if he's villainous, for power. [[EvilLaugh Unlimited power!]] Then again, if your choleric is one of the good guys, it might be power to do the right thing - a good-guy choleric might well believe they're the only person there who can be trusted to get stuff done. A rebel leader might very well be choleric, like [[Franchise/StarWars Leia "Into the chute, flyboy!" Organa]], for example. Other cholerics have a Dream (the capital very much supposed to be here) to realise and will stop at friggin' nothing to they achieve it - [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyVII Cid Highwind]] is one of those. Especially think about the FinalBattle and the role Craig is going to play in it.

'''Maturing the character, or character arcs specific to him''': Craig might have to bite it and TameHisAnger or his SoreLoser tendencies. Expect [[AngerTropes ranting]]. [[WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender Prince Zuko]] (who is actually a melancholic trying to be a choleric for two and a half seasons) might give you pointers there on chanelling Craig's natural passion into something creative and constructive. If your choleric happens to be female, beware of {{Chickification}} - it will ring very, very false to have this spitfire DamselOutOfDistress suddenly turn into a doe-eyed little lady. Other possibilities include learning the value of teamwork and how to be a good leader (instead of I-know-best-SurroundedByIdiots yelling DrillSergeantNasty), how to appreciate finer things in life or how to stop trying to control everything.

Emphasize the inner workings of the ensemble's base. [[UnfazedEveryman Phlegmatic protagonists]] tend to appear in British science fiction and urban fantasy, see [[Literature/TheHitchhikersGuideToTheGalaxy Arthur Dent]], [[Literature/{{Neverwhere}} Richard Mayhew]] or [[Series/DoctorWho Rory Williams]] for pointers. Generally, short of just pulling the rug from under their feet, the trick is to find that one special person your phlegmatic [[TheFourLoves cares about the most]] - and put them in danger. This special person doesn't need to be part of the team - indeed, if Paula's goal is to rescue someone, they're probably not. Although, sometimes YouCantGoHomeAgain, so Paula and her ward will have to find a permanent place in the group (see [[Series/{{Firefly}} Simon and River Tam]]). If the special person is part of the team, Paula's UndyingLoyalty will make it impossible for her to let them InHarmsWay on their own. And after she's been with the group for a while, she'll tend to slip into the role of TeamMom.

* If the issue is efficiency and / or seriousness, Sarah will incur his wrath. Matt isn't a natural [[ThePrankster practical joker]] and likely won't take kindly to Sarah's antics when he needs to get a job done. He will be the Bad Good Cop to her Good Bad Cop (meaning he is the Good Cop on the inside).

Emphasize the inner workings of the ensemble's base. [[UnfazedEveryman Phlegmatic protagonists]] tend to appear in British science fiction and urban fantasy, see [[Literature/TheHitchhikersGuideToTheGalaxy Arthur Dent]], [[Literature/{{Neverwhere}} Richard Mayhew]] or [[Series/DoctorWho Rory Williams]] for pointers. Generally, short of just pulling the rug from under their feet, the trick is to find that one special person your phlegmatic [[TheFourLoves cares about the most]] - and put them in danger. This special person doesn't need to be part of the team - indeed, if Paula's goal is to rescue someone, they're probably not. Although, sometimes YouCantGoHomeAgain, so Paula and her ward will have to find a permanent place in the group (see [[Series/{{Firefly}} Simon and River Tam]]). If the special person is part of the team, Paula's UndyingLoyalty will make it impossible for her to let them InHarmsWay on their own.

'''Maturing the character, or character arcs specific to her''': If you're developing her character, you might be tempted to get her to [[GrewASpine stand up for herself]] or undertake a physical TrainingMontage (a la [[Film/TheKarateKid1984 Daniel Larusso]]) - that's okay, just don't overdo it.

The [[ExtraversionTropes Extroverted pair]]. Expressive high, [[ShockAndAwe Hot element]], responsive ''delay'' short. The combo that operates mainly on the front lines. They are both {{Red Oni|BlueOni}}s, but Sarah is more cheerful and sociable, while Craig is more likely to charge headlong into his problems. Craig will likely have his hands full containing Sarah, while she will have her hands full trying to soften his edges, throughout the story.

'''How does she handle anger''': Paula is a mellow gal who rarely goes beyond [[DeadpanSnarker sarcastically pointing out what's wrong with the world]]. She dislikes personal conflict - showing anger, for her, would be covered by OOCIsSeriousBusiness. TranquilFury is a possibility, but so is an intricate plot to get rid of whoever wronged her (in a mystery story she might be the poisoner - but she must have a really good motive). The full-time evil phlegmatics may seem like {{Harmless Villain}}s, since [[ObstructiveBureaucrat their brand of evil]] is deceptively impersonal, clinical and banal - [[Literature/TheHitchhikersGuideToTheGalaxy wouldn't even lift a finger to save their own grandmothers from the Ravenous Bugblatter Beast of Traal without orders signed in triplicate, sent in, sent back, queried, lost, found, subjected to public inquiry, lost again, and finally buried in soft peat for three months and recycled as firelighters]]. If there's an impersonal force causing problems, Paula will stick to the support role. She'll provide Matt with a sounding board and keep Sarah from getting discouraged.

Make it a challenge - a contest with high prizes is one way to do it, but for some cholerics bragging rights are prize enough. Or the warm, fuzzy feeling of having won! (Yeah!) Although, cholerics may have such high standards TheBGrade is a veritable catastrophe for them (we're looking at you, [[Series/{{Friends}} Monica Geller!]]) and they will move heaven and earth to stay [[PunctuatedForEmphasis The. Best]]. Alternatively, he might be OnlyInItForTheMoney (WellExcuseMePrincess) - see [[Film/GuardiansOfTheGalaxy Rocket Racoon]]. Or, especially if he's villainous, for power. [[EvilLaugh Unlimited power!]] Then again, if your choleric is one of the good guys, it might be power to do the right thing - a good-guy choleric might well believe they're the only person there who can be trusted to get stuff done. A rebel leader might very well be choleric, like [[Franchise/StarWars Leia "Into the chute, flyboy!" Organa]], for example. Other cholerics have a Dream (the capital very much supposed to be here) to realise and will stop at friggin' nothing to they achieve it - [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyVII Cid Highwind]] is one of those. Especially think about the FinalBattle and the role Craig is going to play in it.

'''Maturing the character, or character arcs specific to him''': Craig might have to bite it and TameHisAnger or his SoreLoser tendencies. Expect [[AngerTropes ranting]]. [[WesternAnimation/AvatarTheLastAirbender Prince Zuko]] (who is actually a melancholic trying to be a choleric for two and a half seasons) might give you pointers there on chanelling Craig's natural passion into something creative and constructive. If your choleric happens to be female, beware of {{Chickification}} - it will ring very, very false to have this spitfire DamselOutOfDistress suddenly turn into a doe-eyed little lady. Other possibilities include learning how to be a good leader (instead of I-know-best-SurroundedByIdiots yelling DrillSergeantNasty), how to appreciate finer things in life and how to stop trying to control everything.

Make it a challenge - a contest with high prizes is one way to do it, but for some cholerics bragging rights are prize enough. Or the warm, fuzzy feeling of having won! (Yeah!) Although, cholerics may have such high standards TheBGrade is a veritable catastrophe for them (we're looking at you, [[Series/{{Friends}} Monica Geller!]]) and they will move heaven and earth to stay [[PunctuatedForEmphasis The. Best]]. Alternatively, he might be OnlyInItForTheMoney (WellExcuseMePrincess) - see [[Film/GuardiansOfTheGalaxy Rocket Racoon]]. Or, especially if he's villainous, for power. [[EvilLaugh Unlimited power!]] Then again, if your choleric is one of the good guys, it might be power to do the right thing. A rebel leader might very well be choleric, like [[Franchise/StarWars Leia "Into the chute, flyboy!" Organa]], for example. Other cholerics have a Dream (the capital very much supposed to be here) to realise and will stop at friggin' nothing to they achieve it - [[VideoGame/FinalFantasyVII Cid Highwind]] is one of those. Especially think about the FinalBattle and the role Craig is going to play in it.

Make it a challenge - a contest with high prizes is one way to do it, but for some cholerics bragging rights are prize enough. Or the warm, fuzzy feeling of having won! (Yeah!) Although, cholerics may have such high standards TheBGrade is a veritable catastrophe for them (we're looking at you, [[Series/{{Friends}} Monica Geller!]]) and they will move heaven and earth to stay [[PunctuatedForEmphasis The. Best]]. Alternatively, he might be OnlyInItForTheMoney (WellExcuseMePrincess) - see [[Film/GuardiansOfTheGalaxy Rocket Racoon]]. Or, especially if he's villainous, for power. [[EvilLaugh Unlimited power!]] Then again, if your choleric is one of the good guys, it might be power to do the right thing. A rebel leader might very well be choleric, like [[Franchise/StarWars Leia "Into the chute, flyboy!" Organa]], for example. Especially think about the FinalBattle and the role Craig is going to play in it.