Characterization 2 - Hunter's in the Snow

"They are not doing him any good," Frank said. "We might as well get some use out of them." pg. 201

The irony in this story is reflected through the initial characterizations of Tub and Kenny. At first, Tub is characterized as the helpless victim. He is unable to stand up to Kenny's jokes. He also faces insecurities about his weight and over indulgence issues. We see Kenny as a bully who picks on others to make himself feel better. Even when he can sense Tubs attitude, he keeps it up. However, mid way through the story their roles are completely reversed, but to a more drastic measure. Kenny is truly a helpless victim. He is left to die in the freezing cold. Tub becomes the real bully. He leave his friend to die without attempting to help him. I think that throughout the story, Frank provided the stable, non hectic attitude. He never over reacted to either Tub or Kenny being a bully. He seemed to want to stay out of it.