What's Your Fourth Wing Character?

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What's Your Fourth Wing Character? Unleashing Your Inner Navarre

Okay, so you've devoured the Fourth Wing series by Rebecca Yarros, right? If not, seriously, what are you waiting for? It's amazing! Anyway, I’m totally obsessed, and like, constantly wondering, "Which character am I, really?" It's way more complicated than just picking your fave; it's about finding your inner Rider. And let me tell you, that journey has been a rollercoaster.

My Epic Fail (and Subsequent Epiphany)

At first, I was totally convinced I was Violet Sorrengail. I mean, the underdog story? The fierce determination? Relatable, right? Wrong. I tried to channel Violet's intensity in my own life, tackling projects with her headstrong, "I'll-show-them" attitude. It led to some epic burnout. Let's just say, I ended up feeling more like a crumpled-up napkin than a powerful Rider.

Lesson learned: While aspiring to be like Violet is admirable, blindly copying her approach without acknowledging your own limitations is a recipe for disaster. You gotta know your strengths and weaknesses. Seriously, self-awareness is key, people!

Beyond Violet: Embracing the Nuances of Navarre

Then I had an aha moment. I started thinking about Navarre. Yes, the brooding, intense, complicated Navarre. At first, his gruff exterior seemed intimidating and maybe even a little off-putting. But when I looked past the cynicism and the alpha-male aura, I saw a depth there—a profound capacity for love, loyalty, and unwavering support for those he cares about.

He's not perfect, of course. His past traumas haunt him, and that internal conflict makes him even more fascinating, right? He's flawed, but he’s real. I started to appreciate the parallels between his guarded nature and my own tendencies to put up walls.

Here's the thing: Understanding your Fourth Wing character isn't about finding a perfect match; it's about identifying character traits that resonate with your inner self and using those insights for self-improvement.

Which Rider Are YOU? A Deeper Dive

So, how do you figure out your Fourth Wing persona? Here's my advice, honed through hours of pondering and way too many rereads of the books:

• Consider your strengths and weaknesses: Are you naturally strategic like Xaden, or fiercely independent like Violet? Do you find yourself drawn to the quiet strength of Vaughn or the fiery passion of Navarre? Identifying your strengths and weaknesses will give you much better insight into your own personality traits, helping to direct you toward the Fourth Wing character that best mirrors your qualities.
• Reflect on your reactions to challenges: How do you handle pressure? Do you attack head-on like Violet, or do you prefer a more calculated approach like Xaden? Your responses to challenges often mirror the personalities of these Fourth Wing characters. Analyzing these instances allows for reflection on the character that is your most accurate match.
• Analyze your relationships: Do you prioritize loyalty and trust above all else, like Navarre? Or are you more independent in your friendships and relationships, like Violet? Your dynamics with others is another critical way to consider your Fourth Wing personality.
• Don't overthink it!: Ultimately, the "best" character is the one who speaks to you on a personal level. Trust your gut. There's no right or wrong answer.

The Power of Self-Discovery Through Fiction

This whole exercise has been surprisingly enlightening. Figuring out which Fourth Wing character resonates most with me—Navarre—has helped me better understand my own strengths, weaknesses, and even hidden desires. And that's a pretty cool lesson from a fantasy series, if you ask me.

So grab your copy of Fourth Wing, cuddle up with a comfy blanket, and let the characters guide you on your own journey of self-discovery. Who knows, you might even surprise yourself with what you find. Let me know in the comments which character you relate to most! I want to hear all about it.