Well, there's Mad Max from the post - apocalyptic fantasy world. He has been wronged in so many ways, and his actions can be seen as a form of revenge against those who have taken away his peace and normal life. In the world of Japanese anime - like fantasy, there's Guts from 'Berserk'. His life is full of tragedies and he is on a path of revenge against the forces that have brought him so much pain. He battles demons and all sorts of evil in a very brutal way. And in some classic European - inspired fantasy, we might consider the character of Robin Hood. While his main story is about stealing from the rich to give to the poor, there are also elements of revenge against the corrupt nobles who have oppressed the common people.
Aragorn from 'The Lord of the Rings' can be considered one. He has to deal with the political aspects of uniting different kingdoms against Sauron. Also, Tyrion Lannister from 'A Song of Ice and Fire'. He is constantly involved in the political games of Westeros, using his wits despite his family's prejudice against him.
One iconic character is Case from 'Neuromancer'. He's a hacker who gets involved in some really complex and dangerous cyber - related plots. Another is Motoko Kusanagi from 'Ghost in the Shell'. She's a cyborg with a strong sense of self - identity despite being part - machine. And there's Deckard from 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?'. He has to deal with the moral dilemma of hunting down androids.
Freddy Krueger from 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' is very iconic. He has a burned and disfigured face and can enter people's dreams to kill them. His weapon, the glove with razors, is also quite recognizable.
Well, a brutal fantasy revenge story usually has a strong sense of injustice at the start. The main character is usually deeply wronged. There could be betrayal involved, like a trusted friend turning on the protagonist. In terms of the setting, it's often in a medieval - like fantasy world with castles, knights, and mythical creatures. The revenge aspect is often bloody and unforgiving. The protagonist doesn't stop until he or she has completely destroyed those who wronged them.
Well, Edmond Dantes from 'The Count of Monte Cristo' is an iconic character in a fictional betrayal story. He is betrayed by his so - called friends, who frame him and send him to prison unjustly. His journey then becomes about getting revenge on those who betrayed him. Also, in 'Hamlet', Claudius is an iconic character of betrayal. He betrays his brother, King Hamlet, by murdering him and then marrying his widow, Gertrude, which sets off the chain of tragic events in the play.
A very iconic character is Zephyr from 'The Wind - Rider Vigilante'. He can fly on the winds and has a sharp sense of justice. He battles against sky pirates and those who would oppress the common folk in the floating islands of the fantasy world. There's also Seraphina from 'The Firebrand Vigilante'. She has pyromantic abilities and uses them to burn away the evil that lurks in the dark corners of the kingdom. Her red hair and fiery temper match her powers, and she's feared by the villains and adored by the people she protects.
Al Capone is an iconic character. He was a real - life mobster who has been fictionalized in many stories. His power and ruthlessness made him a memorable figure.
The cowboy is an iconic character. He's tough, rides horses well, and is often good with a gun. Another is the sheriff. He's the one who keeps law and order in town. And the outlaw, like Jesse James, is also very well - known, representing the lawless side of the old west.
Captain Jack Sparrow from 'Pirates of the Caribbean' is extremely iconic. His eccentric behavior and charm made him a beloved pirate character. Another is Long John Silver from 'Treasure Island'. His duplicitous nature and the mystery around him are very engaging.
In 'Hunter x Hunter', Gon Freecss is very iconic. His determination and growth as a hunter are really inspiring. Another is Geralt from 'The Witcher'. He is a complex character with his own code of ethics when it comes to hunting monsters.