Morally Ambiguous Characters

noun a central character in a story, movie, or drama who lacks conventional heroic attributes

adjective describing characteristics of an antihero

• The novel's protagonist is portrayed as an antihero, displaying morally ambiguous traits.
• The main character in the movie is kind of an antihero, doing good things but in a questionable way.
• That guy is like the ultimate antihero - he breaks all the rules but still gets the job done.
• In a world full of heroes, sometimes you need an antihero to shake things up and challenge the status quo.

adjective a term used to describe a style of fiction characterized by a bleak and gritty tone, often featuring violence, moral ambiguity, and a lack of hope

• The novel is known for its grimdark portrayal of a dystopian society.
• That movie was so grimdark, I couldn't even finish watching it.
• The game has a really grimdark vibe that keeps you on edge the whole time.
• The artist's work delves into the grimdark aspects of the human psyche.