Antigone; Who's the True Tragic Hero?
             The question of who the real tragic hero is in Sophocle's "Antigone" is very
             controversial. Many people suggest that Antigone is the real tragic hero, while others
             think that Creon is the tragic hero of the play. Some even go as far as to saying Haemon
             is the real tragic hero, but I feel that after reading "Antigone" that Creon is indeed the real
             tragic hero. He displays all the characteristics of a true tragic hero. He recognizes his
             weaknesses, and his downfalls from his self pride, stubbornness, and controlling
             demands. He also receives compassion through the audience, which is another sign of a
             true tragic hero. He is the true protagonist of the play. Although the audience notices
             how much of a villain Creon is, they still show sympathy towards him. In the play
             "Antigone", Creon shows all of the characteristics of a true tragic hero. He receives pity
             through the audience, yet recognizes his weakness, and his downfall comes as a result of
             Although the audience notices how villainous Creon is, they still express pity
             towards him. They realize that he brought all of his problems on himself and should have
             been more open-minded, but they believe that no one should go through that. They also
             understand how the Creon felt when he notices his son is love struck. They can
             understand these feelings, therefore they can relate and sympathize. The audience also
             expresses pity towards him, because Antigone is a murderer, and they can understand
             why he is upset. Most parents today have to approve of someone before their child can
             date them, so that is why most of the audience can relate to Creon and express pity. This
             King Creon notices that he has a weakness, in which he tries to correct, but is too
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