The Hero's Journey

The hero is introduced in the known world.

The story develops rising action as the hero faces a series of challenges that become increasingly difficult as the story unfolds.

The future hero is first given notice that his or her life is going to change.

The future hero often refuses to accept the quest or wants everything to stay the same.

Most of a hero's journey takes place

What author is most associated with the concept of the Hero's Journey?

True or False. Only fictional characters are heroes on a journey.

The person who who advises hero, preps for quest & develops special skills is called

Fictional epic heroes are often raised by someone other than their parents.

A "point of no return" is crossed. The hero is committing to the journey. The hero leaves their ordinary world and enters into an unfamiliar/new world.