A Tragic Hero A tragic hero is a character who makes an error of judgment or has a fatal flaw, which combined with fate, results in a tragedy. The tragic hero must fall from good fortune and well-being to misery and misfortune. The tragic hero causes a sense of pity through the tragic fall that weakens the character. In Sophocles' Antigone, Antigone follows her beliefs by giving her brother a proper burial, even though she has to break King Creon's law. Because of her innocent actions, Antigone is unfairly and unfairly punished. Through her risky and selfless actions, ability to follow her beliefs, and perseverance, Antigone is the tragic hero of this play. Furthermore, Antigone makes many important and appropriate decisions through her risky and selfless actions. When he buries Poliniece, he does so so that Poliniece can have a satisfying afterlife and so that the gods will not be angry. Through his powerful decision making and strong will he says, “I will bury the brother I love” (694). Antigone is an important follower of tradition and does not want to displease the gods or the dead. This means that Antigone will do everything she can to help her brother, even if it means suffering innocent harm. Furthermore, Antigone commits more impeccable actions that lead to her death. When Antigone is captured by Creon she is immediately sentenced to death and cannot be saved. Before being sent to her death, her sister, Antigone states: "Save yourself, I will not envy you, there are those who will praise you, I too will have honor" (711). In this statement Antigone is trying to prevent Ismene from being involved in her situation and execution. Antigone doesn't want her sister... in the middle of the paper... the fact is correct. Thanks to her perseverance and courage, Antigone fits perfectly into the role of a tragic hero. Antigone's ability to follow her beliefs, take the right actions, and carry out her actions with courage make Antigone the perfect tragic hero. It is important to follow your beliefs and pursue the right things, so that the outcome is positive. Without courage and perseverance it is very easy to be challenged and prevented from achieving your desired goals. The tragic hero of a story has all these qualities and the ability to do whatever he wants. A tragic hero must be someone who follows their beliefs, no matter the outcome. While the outcome may sometimes involve death, a tragic hero can be anyone who follows their beliefs, has the ability to learn to persevere, and can do the right thing in any circumstance..