In any compelling narrative, conflict is the driving force that propels the story forward. At the center of this conflict often stands a character who opposes the protagonist’s goals and creates obstacles for them. This character is known as the antagonist. What is an Antagonist? An antagonist, in literature, is typically the character or force that opposes the protagonist, or main character. The antagonist presents obstacles that the protagonist must … Continue reading The Antagonist: The Power of Conflict in Storytelling