Most people have heard of those that seek atonement and redemption for their crimes. However, there are those who forgive and absolve others of their sins. These people are often the most noble and compassionate people around, and will sometimes go to great lengths to help those that have fallen. Some actively seek to better those that are evil while others do so by accident or nonchalantly.
Almost every villain this character faces ends up making a Heel–Face Turn because of their influence. A common way to make the enemy stop being a threat is through Defeat Means Friendship, as opponents are more inclined to follow or learn from whoever has bested them in some way.
Said character is oftentimes an All-Loving Hero, but that doesn't always have to be the case. They may believe that Rousseau Was Right and avoid Murder Is the Best Solution whenever possible. If the enemy isn't particularly vile, Save the Villain can prove a hero's worth very quickly.
A particularly cruel villain may exploit this trait. However, not all are bleeding heart weaklings, and if they face someone who is an unrepentant monster, things can get ugly really fast.
Unlike the Knight Templar or The Fundamentalist, these people are NOT overly zealous, although they may be naive or overly loving. They seek to change people for the better or forgive them for their crimes by giving them the choice to do so. These people fully believe The Power of Friendship, The Power of Love, or the person's inner good nature will persuade the wicked to become better people.
Related tropes include The Conscience, Warrior Therapist, and Go and Sin No More. Contrast The Corrupter. Not to be confused with the comic book The Redeemer and its Redemptionist cult. Often overlaps with Messianic Archetype.
