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# CharacterRole

The role the character plays in the media

| Value          | Description                              |
| -------------- | ---------------------------------------- |
| **MAIN**       | A primary character role in the media    |
| **SUPPORTING** | A supporting character role in the media |
| **BACKGROUND** | A background character in the media      |