Many overwhelmed characters become withdrawn. Take Gregor Samsa in 'The Metamorphosis'. After his strange transformation, he is so overwhelmed by his new form and the reaction of his family that he retreats into his room and becomes increasingly isolated, until eventually he just gives up.
Some overwhelmed characters may try to run away from their situations. For instance, in 'Moby - Dick', Ishmael initially runs away from his own sense of aimlessness by going on the whaling voyage. But then he gets caught up in the overwhelming hunt for the white whale.
Other characters might fight back. In '1984', Winston Smith is overwhelmed by the totalitarian regime he lives in. However, instead of simply accepting it, he tries to resist in his own small ways at first, like writing in his diary, and later by getting involved in a more significant act of rebellion against the Party.
Hermione is a strong - willed character. She would likely stand up for herself. She might use her intelligence to counter their mean remarks. For example, if they bully her about her bookish nature, she could come back with facts and logical arguments about the importance of knowledge.
In 'The Catcher in the Rye', Holden Caulfield is overwhelmed. He is struggling with growing up in a world he sees as phony. He has difficulty dealing with school, relationships, and his own identity. The death of his brother also adds to his sense of being overwhelmed, leading him to have a series of aimless and sometimes self - destructive actions.
Some victims freeze in fear. They don't know what to do at first. It's like they are paralyzed by the shock of being stalked.
Often, it ends with a break - up. The boyfriend may find out about the cheating and feel betrayed, leading to the end of their relationship. The girl who cheated may then continue her relationship with the other girl.
Stalker novels also sometimes show the bystanders or the people around the stalker and the victim. These characters can range from being completely oblivious to the situation to being enablers. In some novels, they add to the overall atmosphere of unease and mystery as they may or may not be aware of what's really going on.
In buccaneers novels, the characters are usually depicted as living on the edge. They are presented as having a sense of freedom that comes with the pirate life. They might be portrayed as lawless to some extent, but also with their own moral codes. Take Captain Hook in 'Peter Pan' for instance. He is a menacing buccaneer, yet he has his own set of rules within his crew. They are also shown as having a love for treasure and adventure, always seeking the next big score.
Others may choose to stay calm initially. They might collect evidence like taking pictures or recording the situation if possible. Then, they would plan their next steps more rationally, like consulting a lawyer or deciding whether to try to work on the relationship. For instance, a woman who is more level - headed may not want to make a hasty decision in the heat of the moment.
Sometimes it can end in disaster. If there is a misunderstanding between the wife and husband about the nature of the escort, like if the husband thinks the wife doesn't care about him anymore, it can lead to big arguments and strain the relationship. Or if the escort has ulterior motives and tries to break up the marriage, things can go really wrong.
There are many possibilities. A character who is always looking for new knowledge or experiences might be very interested in the fanfic. They could study it to understand how fans view their world. On the other hand, a character who is more traditional might reject the fanfic completely, seeing it as a deviation from the 'true' story. And then there are characters who might be inspired by the fanfic to try new things in their own in - universe lives.
Some might be shocked. For instance, Morgana, who has her own complex story arc, may be taken aback by how fans rewrite her motives in fanfiction. She might not expect certain sympathetic portrayals.