It's not just a FAYZ discussion

One thing I'd like to see discussed in this group are the characters of the individuals. Sure, some are exagerations and/or archtypes others seem pretty realistic.

I'm proffering a few of my impressions and I'd love for others to agree, disagree or add to the list with suggestions of their own.

Sam - the reluctant hero. He's a man of action, who realizes that he's not the smartest and doesn't have all the answers. He is a natural leader but would prefer not to be.

Astrid - she's used to being the smartest one in the room and needs for folks to acknowledge that. She tends to view things in absolutes and is frequently certain that she's right whether or not she has evidence to support her position. There are things like right and wrong and religion that she's accepted without analyzing them much and, given her need to be right, it bothers her having to admit that she some of her beliefs may be flawed.

Quinn - generally an easy going guy who likes leading when there are no challenges involved. He enjoyed his easy, laid back lifestyle and popularity and has been hard hit by the FAYZ situation.

OK there's a few. Anyone think I've missed the boat assessing these three? Wanna attempt a character sketch or two of your own?

I really relate to Sam. I have a strong personality that is necessary in a "leader", but I hate having to take control. In school, I would dread group work, because everyone would look to me to get things started. Being a natural born leader does not mean it is a role that is wanted.

Suzanne wrote: "I really relate to Sam. ...but I hate having to take control....In school, I would dread group work..."

I've felt that way at times as well, but I've usually attributed it to being saddled with others that are less motivated to succeed. I think that leaders are drawn to leadership roles for a number of reasons, the desire to be in the spotlight, the desire to see something accomplished, the desire to avoid seeing something done less well than it might be, etc.

I've also observed that some people are comfortable assuming the role of leader in some things (like planning leisure activities) while not in others (things they deem more important)

I think Sam's reaction to his change in leadership status in LIES is interesting. I'm looking forward to seeing how he and Astrid develop as leaders in PLAGUE