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The way that an idealist can do this even in the face of adversity and [[Kill'Em All|certain death]] is by focusing primarily on non-material things. Of particular note are the famous/infamous trio of [[The Power of Trust|faith]], [[Determinator|hope]] and [[The Power of Love|love]]. Though having any religious grounds for their worldview can usually explain an idealistic perspective, and can be played both positively and negatively.
In fiction, (and perhaps as an instance of [[Truth in Fiction]]) idealists are often seen in the role of the main character- usually [[The Hero]]- for their tendency to act from internal motivation. However, they can take other forms if idealism is being [[Wide
This character is likely to show up in any work. However, they can exist in a [[Sugar Bowl]], where they are always right, or in a [[Crapsack World]], where [[Wide
The polar opposite of [[The Cynic]]. See also [[Idealism Tropes]], and the [[Sliding Scale of Idealism Versus Cynicism]].
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