Archetypes are defined as “the original pattern or pattern of which all things of the same type are representations or copies.” (Webster) In The Sound of Waves, Yukio Mishima develops archetypal characters who interact with each other to develop the allegorical nature of his novel. The novel The Sound of the Waves was published in 1984. Before we can understand this text and its allegorical nature more deeply, it is necessary to know who and what the archetypal characters in this novel are. First you need to know the main characters. Next, the minor characters who enrich the plot must be analyzed. Next, we need to understand why archetypal characters tend to interact in certain ways. Finally, we should be able to achieve a deeper understanding of the text because: We know who the archetypal characters are and why they tend to interact with each other in certain ways. Who and what are the archetypes of the novel? Most of the main characters in the novel are archetypal characters and minor archetypal characters are present in order to enhance the plot. “What a great feeling it was to be able to do that to a girl and yet be sure she would never be able to tell anyone about it!” » (Mishima 92) This quote is a thought that appears in Yasuo's mind as he unsuccessfully attempts to rape Hatsue. This quote shows Yasuo's villainous tendencies. In other words, the fact that he thinks this way shows that something was bound to happen. "In an instant, taking advantage of her confidence, Yasuo grabbed her right wrist." (Mishima 91) This happened while Hatsue was at the creek at 2 a.m. and Yasuo was waiting for her. This shows that Yasuo is a predator, he waits to see a weakness then... middle of paper ...... it is important to look for the deeper meaning of the characters in the text because it will lead to a deeper meaning and deeper. also a deeper understanding of the novel. Without having a deeper understanding of a novel, that's all a novel is; but if people have a deeper understanding of the text, then this novel will live forever in the mind of at least one person. Work cited Webster, Merriam. "Archetype". http://www.merriam-webster.com 2013. December 16, 2013Mishima, Yukio. The sound of the waves. New York: Vintage Books. 1984. Logwood, Ashtown. "The impact of personality preferences on conflict communication". Breakthrough.oe. ND December 5, 2013N.P. “High-level description of the sixteen personality types. » Personalitypage.com ND December 5 2013