Daedalus
What was Daedalus' attitude towards his nephew? Why?
Daedalus was jealous of his nephew because he was afraid his nephew was taking away his fame and attention for being such a great inventor.
How does Meleager's death influence Atalanta?
She becomes resentful of hunting and anything that reminds her of Meleager - including marriage.
Which stage of the Hero's Journey describes the events that inspire the hero to begin their quest?
The Call to Adventure
What was Perseus' Ordeal?
Killing Medusa
What was Theseus' Ordeal?
Killing the Minotaur
Why did Daedalus leave Athens?
Daedalus left Athens after he lost the favor of Athena for trying to kill his nephew out of jealousy.
How does Apollo's gift impact Midas?
Apollo's gift makes Midas full of rage for the ways that the "gift" tortures him. He repents for his disrespect and then learns the wisdom of focusing on life and relationships, instead of gold.
Which stage of the Hero's Journey describes the significant reward that the hero receives at the end of their quest?
The Ultimate Boon
What two gods help Perseus cross the Threshold onto his journey - and how?
Hermes (sent by Athena) gives Theseus a pair of silver-winged sandals and information to help him on his quest.
What was Theseus' Call to Adventure?
When the gull, speaking for Poseidon, told him he was the son of Poseidon and told him to take the dangerous road to Athens.
What caused the Labyrinth of Crete to be built?
How does Althaea seal Meleager's fate?
Althaea burns the stick that controls Meleager's life because she's furious at him for killing her brothers and for planning to marry Atalanta.
Which stage of the Hero's Journey describes the time when the hero leaves their home and begins their quest - usually with help from a supernatural force?
What does Perseus do when he returns to Sephiros with the gift for King Polydectes? Why?
Perseus uses the head of Medusa to kill Polydectes and everyone in attendance because Polydectes was trying to take advantage of Perseus' absence to force Danae to marry him.
What magical object did Theseus receive to begin his Crossing of the Threshold?
He pulled the magical sword from the stone
How did Icarus and Daedalus escape the Labyrinth? What was the result of their escape?
They escaped the Labyrinth by flying on wings that Daedalus built. When Daedalus took a nap mid-flight, Icarus flew too close to the sun, the wax that attached his wings to his body melted and he fell and died.
How would you describe Pygmalion's attitude towards his life?
Pygmalion was independent and felt strongly about maintaining his own free will.
Which stage of the Hero's Journey describes the climactic battle or task when the hero most significantly proves their heroism, and emerges transformed?
The Ordeal
Pick one of the groups that Perseus interacts with on his Road of Trials and explain how Perseus defeated them.
Gray Sisters: Threatened to squash their eye, forcing them to tell him where the Nymphs of the West were.
Nymphs of the West: Charmed them so that they wouldn't kill him and convinced them to help him find and defeat Medusa - telling them he'd visit them every summer.
What was Theseus' Ultimate Boon?
Ending the tribute of Athenian kids to the Minotaur and becoming king of Athens (and getting rid of his cousins).
What was Pasipahe's attitude towards the gods? What were the consequences of this attitude?
Pasiphae was dismissive/skeptical/unfaithful towards the gods (she criticized them, calling them "old wives' tales). The consequence was that Aphrodite made her fall in love with the bull, which led to her being imprisoned in the Labyrinth.
What is the prophecy King Acrisius is told? How does it impact his actions - and how do those actions seal his fate?
King Acrisius is told that his daughter Danae will have a son who will one day kill him. Acrisius locks Danae away in a tower. As a result, Danae has a son by Zeus and that son - Perseus - kills him with the head of Medusa.
Which stage of the Hero's Journey describes the period when the hero defeats foes and overcomes challenges on their way towards the Ordeal?
The Road of Trials
What was Perseus' Ultimate Boon?
Returning to Sephiros as a hero, with the head of Medusa
What tragedy occurred as Theseus was on his Return home? Why did this happen?
King Aegeus killed himself because Theseus forgot to change his sail color from black to white. Acrisius thought that Theseus died in Crete and that it was his (Acrisius') fault.