Heroic but Stupid Characters(Methods)

17 years ago
Posts: 157
Any characters who perform heroic sacrifices even though it is completely stupid or insane? Worst case scenario; they already did it?
But when they do that, they are forever remembered, and are praised and criticized by their admirers and their oppressors. The only character I know is the 4th Hokage from Naruto even though there's not much backstory on this character. Personally, I believe self sacrifice is stupid, but I do believe its necessary for progression of the story.
So, anything that rings a bell? Cause I'm making a prequel story for one of my own and I really need some reference.

17 years ago
Posts: 185
why is his self sacrifice stupid? if he didn't die, then possibly the whole village might have gotten raped. it's reasonable if you ask me, sacrificing 1 life to save a couple hundred more.

17 years ago
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GTO maybe lol...he did lot of heroic stuff lol
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17 years ago
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You're just looking for self-sacrifice right, not specifically with stupid reasons? Most of the following are heroic...
Koinzell of Übel Blatt
Zero of Kurohime
Godchild and Angel Sanctuary
If you're just looking for references
Blue Dragon: Ral Ω Grado
Tales of Destiny