Hero's Journey
How many stages does the Hero's Journey have?
12 stages
What is an archetype?
Archetypes are recurring character types that show up in stories from around the world
What 2 Epics did Homer write?
The Greeks used Homer’s epics, the Iliad and the Odyssey, to teach Greek virtues.
What is the Odyssey about?
The Odyssey tells about the adventures of Odysseus, one of the greatest heroes of the Trojan War.
What is Morales's Favorite Drink?
Coffee
What is the call to adventure?
An event or character comes along that presents the HERO with a quest or problem that they need to solve
Who coined the term archetype?
The term was coined by Carl Jung, a psychologist who was very interested in dreams
An Epic journey is filled with:
Strange creatures
Treacherous weather
Divine intervention (When deities intervene for or against the hero)
Other supernatural or otherwordly challenges that pit the hero against nearly insurmountable odds
How long does Odysseus's journey last?
10 years
What is the name of Morales's Dog?
Biscuit
What might the mentor provide for the hero?
1. A talisman
2. important wisdom
Why do we learn about archetypes?
Archetypes mimic us! They reflect our personalities, emotions, fears, goals, flaws, etc. Learning archetypes can help us…
Learn about ourselves (increase self-awareness)
Create personal growth
Help us understand stories
Display models of ideal heroic behaviour.
Inspire people to heroic actions.
Boost morale of warriors before battles.
Ensure the memory of someone or what they did remains.
Entertain on long trips and in banquet halls about famous deeds
Why is The Odyssey 2 stories in 1?
The Odyssey is a tale of a hero’s long and perilous journey home.
But, it is also the story of a son in need of his father and of a faithful wife waiting for her husband’s return.
How many years has Morales taught at GP?
2
What is the Innermost cave?
THE INMOST CAVE is where the hero faces THE SHADOW, the main antagonist.
While the HERO must face their greatest fears in the INMOST CAVE, this is also where the HERO will prove their worth.
Name 3 traits of a hero
Unusual birth
Missing parent(s)
Raised by foster parents
Royal or special heritage
Given a quest
Requires training
What is an Epic poem?
Epics are long narrative poems that tell of the adventures of heroes who in some way embody the values of their civilization.
Which god helps Odysseus?
Athena, the goddess of wisdom
Where did Morales go to College?
Oregon State University
Write down the 12 steps in correct order
1. ordinary world
2. call to adventure
3. refusal of call
4. meeting a mentor
5. crossing the threshold
6. tests/allies/enemies
7. approaching the innermost cave
8. the supreme ordeal
9. reward
10.the road back
11. resurrection
12. restoration
What is a loyal retainer?
Servants to the HERO who are heroic themselves
Protect the HERO and reflect the honor and nobility of the HERO
Who told the epics?
Epics and other tales were probably told by wandering bards or minstrels called rhapsodes
Who is Odysseus's nemesis?
Odysseus can also be cruel and violent. Odysseus’s nemesis is Poseidon, the god of the sea, who is known for arrogance and brutishness
Where did Morales travel this past summer?
Peru