[Ryzorian]

I know technically "stereotyping" is lowbrow, and I agree that it's unfair. However, stereotypes exist because enough people fit the pattern to create the stereotype in the first place. For Instance, "Dumb Jock", "Nerd", "Red Neck". While they are all "stereotypes", I doubt few of us here haven't met at least one of each in our lives.

Stereotype is very similar to "Archtype", something writers use alot for character developement, certainly Anime does it rather consistantly. The context is what kills the idea, most people apply it in a negative light, to belittle someone else. Even though there can be good "stereotypes" as well, "Role Model", "Girl Next Door", "Good Smartatin".

Hmmm....does this sound preachy? I didn't intend that.