General Conclusion
All in all, the "elderly martial arts master" is an overall positive, role model archetype. It is essentially founded on the traits that are traditionally associated with old age. It is the image of an individual who has acquired experience and wisdom not only in the sphere of his art but also in life, and his willingness to impart what he has to a deserving young individual, whom he recognizes as fit to be groomed to reach his innate potential. The qualities that are associated with such an archetype are patience, dedication, discipline, self-control, strength of character, respect towards others and the art, and the ability to hold one's ground and to desist from using force unless left with no other option. Though at times appearing as cliched and simplistic, it is arguably one of the more positive fictional stock characters.
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