Is Fictiophilia real?
Fictiophilia the attraction to fictional characters (urban dictionary) is more commonly known as fanboy or fangirl or fandom. I feel the number one thing that draws us is the mere fact they are just that, fictional. They aren’t real and therefore, they can’t hurt us as real humans can.
Is it okay to base a character on a real person?
It is perfectly fine. It’s even considered a particular writing style in which the author is simply living out a fantasy but basing his own flaws and strengths as the main character. You have to be careful though.
Can you name a fictional character after a real person?
Writers worry about using real people’s names in fiction. Even memoirists and nonfiction writers identify people by name and worry about the ramifications. Can writers model characters after real people and name names without getting sued? Yes, they can, with some common sense limitations.
Why are some people attracted to fictional characters?
There could be many reasons why someone may be attracted to a fictional character: They could be attracted by the character’s personality, ideals or sense of humour. The attraction could be purely superficial, focusing solely on the character’s appearance. The person could be attracted to the character’s skill set.
Do fictional characters have real names?
23 Full Names of Fictional Characters You Didn’t Know Barbie – Barbara Millicent Roberts. Barbie may be internationally known, but it turns out that that’s not the doll’s real name. Ken – Kenneth Sean Carson. Barbie’s not the only doll whose real name has been swept under the rug. The Wizard of Oz – Oscar Zoroaster Phadrig Issac Norman Henkle Emmannuel Ambroise Diggs.
What fictional character has been played by the most actors?
Vito Corleone.
Is Batman a fictional character?
Batman is a fictional character created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger for DC Comics. He is one of the most famous and popular superheroes. Batman began in comic books and was later used in several movies, TV programs , and books.