The hero heads home, triumphant. S/He brings back their knowledge or "elixir" and applies it to the ordinary world. This is the true reward for the journey and transformation.

This part of the hero's journey is where all the preparations for the final conflict occur.

This is when a hero has overcome his greatest fear and is rewarded.

A period of uneasy peace as the hero returns home or celebrates their success, all while the villain “seems” to have failed (but of course hasn’t).

When the hero faces his ultimate reason for his journey and/or when the hero has a near death experience but overcomes.

A teacher or someone who takes interest in the hero and helps him/her hone his/her powers. S/He can also be someone who keeps the hero on track and helps them remember what they are fighting for.

This is the point where the hero accepts his destiny and goes on his journey.

This is the hero's biggest challenge yet!

Initially, the hero is reluctant to take on the challenge. So, they try to ignore their destiny.

An event that interrupts the hero's ordinary life. This event presents the hero with a challenge that cannot be ignored.

During this stage, our hero meets new friends/allies, makes enemies, and faces numerous obstacles.