What makes a hero? A villain?

[BreakABone]

This is a tough one. I think the easiest way to classify heroes and villains is by motives.

I mean someone who is hellbent on taking over the world, no matter what the costs are is a villain. On the same hand, someone who would try anything in his/her powers to protect those, is a hero.

In terms of videogames, I think that definition works well. There are many videogame characters who are neither good nor evil. Take for instance Wario, I don't actually think he is evil, just extremely greedy. Even though his motives are purely selfish, he doesn't really cause trouble to other people to get it. And then there are some whose motives are good, but they carry them out a bit different than expected.

Now onto the author of this thread, why is it anyone who deems Mario, the greatest hero of videogames a fanboy? Or was that just bad phrasing.


I think Mario is a hero for many reasons
-His motives are pure and good. I mean he has saved the Princess' ass so many times without asking for much in return.

-He is willing to help you no matter the consquences. He has saved Peach from Bowser on numerous occassions, he helped Yoshi save his friends, rescued the Toads, restored the Star Spirits and so many more.

-He is willing to help with even the most minor of task. He could help you search for your baby, put out a fire, capture a ghost and so much more.