I. Purpose

Archetypes define AI behavior, not class.

They determine:

• Opening actions

• Target priority

• Positioning style

• Escalation timing

• Retreat logic

Most shinobi have 1 primary + 1 secondary archetype.

II. Core Archetypes

1. STRIKER (Burst Damage)

Role: End fights quickly.

Behavior:

• Close distance early.

• Probe once, then commit.

• Focus lowest durability target.

• Disengage if momentum fails.

Strengths:

• High burst.

• Punishes backline.

Weaknesses:

• Burns chakra fast.

• Vulnerable to control.

Low-Rank Error: Commits before confirming clones/genjutsu.

2. CONTROLLER (Terrain Control)

Role: Shape battlefield.

Behavior:

• Alter terrain immediately.

• Funnel enemies.

• Deny movement lanes.

• Support Striker kills.

Strengths:

• Dictates positioning.

• Splits formations.

Weaknesses:

• Lower burst.

• Weak if isolated.

3. ASSASSIN (Precision Kill)

Role: Remove key target.

Behavior:

• Avoid open combat.

• Strike healer/sensor.

• Use paralysis/poison.

• Retreat after attempt.

Strengths:

• Disrupts team cohesion.

• Psychological impact.

Weaknesses:

• Struggles vs grouped defense.

• Falls apart when exposed.

4. TANK (Anchor)

Role: Absorb pressure.

Behavior:

• Take center position.

• Draw aggression.

• Protect Support.

• Transition to burst late.

Strengths:

• Durable.

• Stabilizes team.

Weaknesses:

• Limited mobility.

• Vulnerable to sealing/genjutsu.

5. SUPPORT (Enabler)

Role: Sustain allies.

Behavior:

• Rear positioning.

• Maintain buffs.

• Remove debuffs.

• Preserve chakra.

Strengths:

• Extends fights.

• Enables advanced techniques.

Weaknesses:

• High-value target.

• Low durability.

6. SENSOR (Detection)

Role: Counter deception.

Behavior:

• Scan battlefield early.

• Identify clones/genjutsu.

• Call threats.

• Shift to secondary role.

Strengths:

• Hard counters stealth.

• Prevents surprise kills.

Weaknesses:

• Often low offense.

• Targeted by smart enemies.

III. Archetype Combinations

Common pairings:

• Striker + Assassin

• Controller + Support

• Tank + Striker

• Sensor + Support

• Controller + Striker

Kage often combine 2–3 roles.

IV. Team Composition Model (4-man Squad)

Standard structure:

• 1 Striker

• 1 Controller

• 1 Support

• 1 Flex (Sensor/Assassin)

If missing a role:

• No Support → shorter engagements.

• No Controller → spread formation.

• No Sensor → cautious probing.

V. Escalation Triggers

Striker escalates → target isolated.
Controller escalates → terrain secured.
Assassin escalates → distraction achieved.
Tank escalates → ally threatened.
Support escalates → ally near defeat.
Sensor escalates → deception confirmed.