A Hero's Journey

When a hero returns home, they must confront who?

• do nothing, just go back to normal

• his friends

• the person or thing holding power of them

• his mentor

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The tension of the journey begins to be resolved when facing the obstacle. This happens when...

• Call to Adventure

• The Reward

• The Ordeal

• The Road Back

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An event encourages the hero to accept a challenge, such as choosing the fight for good over evil.

• Crosssing the Threshold

• The Ordeal

• The Call to Adventure

• The Resurrection

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The hero is introduced to one who will support and guide him or her on the journey with advice, training, or magical gifts.

• Meeting with the Mentor

• The Ordeal

• Approaching the Inmost Cave

• The Ordinary World

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The hero leaves the Ordinary World and enters the special world for the first time.

• Seizing the Sword, Reward

• The Call to Adventure

• The Ordeal

• Crossing the Threshold

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In this stage the hero returns to the ordinary world with a great treasure or understanding to share from the journey. The hero becomes master of both worlds.

• Return with the Elixir

• The Road Back

• The Reward

• The Resurrection

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The hero receives an award after surviving his death and accomplishing his goal.

• Return with the Elixir

• The Reward

• The Ordeal

• Crossing the Threshold

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The hero first rejects the call, but comes around and decides to take action. He or she may be fearful, insecure, or worried.

• The Ordeal

• Tests, Allies, & Enemies

• Approach of the Inmost Cave

• Refusal of the Call

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We are introduced to the hero, usually in his or her homeland.

• Approaching the Inmost Cave

• The Ordinary World

• Crossing the Threshold

• The Road Back

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The hero experiences a major hurdle or obstacle, such as a life or death crisis.

• The Resurrection

• Approaching the Inmost Cave

• The Ordeal

• The Road Back

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