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divine parentage
must be hidden from evil
not much is known about childhood
mystery and intrigue |
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| early superhuman powers and strength |
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oracles predict the heros fate in detail
hero was fated to be great
divine intervention; some mark that the gods recognize potential of the hero |
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quest that benefits society
obstacles/road of trials
danger
example of quest; to save people from danger, or bring then material wealth
there is a challenge and goal |
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| triumphant struggle with evil forces |
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the journey home
the opposition strikes again
home is the hero's personal treasure |
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| fallability to sin of pride and hubris |
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reward,
gets to be king
his kinghsip is shortlived
old age obscure and inglorious |
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| fall through betrayal, sacrifice, death |
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