Worksheets

**Element ** || **Example ** || The main character is a hero, who is often possessed of supernatural abilities or qualities.  ||   || The hero is charged with a quest.  ||   || The hero is tested, often to prove the worthiness of himself and his quest.  ||   || The presence of numerous mythical beings, magical and helpful animals, and human helpers and companions.  ||   || The hero’s travels take him to a supernatural world, often one that normal human beings are barred from entering.  ||   || The cycle must reach a low point where the hero nearly gives up his quest or appears defeated.  ||   || <span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">A resurrection. <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> ||   || <span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Restitution. Often this takes the form of the hero regaining his rightful place on the throne. <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> ||   ||
 * <span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;">Elements of the Epic Hero Cycle **<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">