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The Clue
Protagonist in fiction (8 letter answer)
The Answer
ANTIHERO
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Notes
The answer ANTIHERO is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.
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Literary nonachiever
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Either lead in "Easy Rider," e.g.
Definition
ANTIHERO as a noun:
1. a protagonist who lacks the characteristics that would make him a hero (or her a heroine)