Antigone, the protagonist of the story Antigone, should be regarded as a hero. Her deeds can be viewed as heroic in the sense that she stood up for what she believed. Even in the face of adversity and death, Antigone demonstrated bravery and courage. For instance, at the beginning of the book, Antigone talks with her sister about burying her brother. While Ismene, her sister, is reluctant,Antigone knows what she must do and is willing to do it. These traits: courage, bravery, and boldness, are characteristics of a hero. Even in death's cruel gaze, epitomized by Creon, Antigone accepted her fate. Taking accountability for your actions is indeed heroic and chivalrous. Antigone is willing to fight for what is important to her. In doing so, she is also willing to go against the law of the land in order to accomplish her goals. If Antigone were unheroic, she wouldn't undergo such trouble to do the right thing. Another example of when Antigone displays heroism, is when she stands up for her brother against the presumably "good" character of Ismene. It's important to understand that while Antigone faced the explicit adversity in the form of Creon, she also faced a comparable adversity from her own sister. That, in and of itself, is heroic as a central theme throughout the book is the value Antigone places on family.