The main character often finds their moral compass broken by the necessity of survival. We see them making morally ambiguous choices, justified by the "greater good" or personal protection.
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The opposing force (or person) gains the upper hand, highlighting the protagonist's vulnerability and forcing them into a desperate move. The main character often finds their moral compass