Needless Sacrifice Syndrome

What is Needless Sacrifice Syndrome?

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The tendency of action, sci-fi, or fantasy media to needlessly sacrifice main characters for one reason or another.

Charlie from Lost, most characters from Lost, and every tough black sidekick character ever are all examples of needless sacrifice syndrome.

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