Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Character roles & hierarchy · Working

Sidekick

Also called: companion

ELI5

A close supporting companion who assists the lead and may provide contrast or humour.

Used in conversation

“The deck names the sidekick; now the character and scene choices need to support it.”

Pitch context

Use this when a deck or treatment needs to describe the people, world, tone or audience promise precisely.

Why it matters: Helps describe who the project follows, where it lives and what kind of experience it promises.

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