Across
- 3. The hero crosses the threshold from their normal safe home and enters the special world of adventure It signifies a significant change in their journey
- 5. Quo The story concludes with the hero returning to the ordinary world but it's now at an upgraded transformed level Things are never quite the same
- 8. to Adventure The point in the hero's journey when the hero receives a mysterious message an invitation or a challenge that sets the story in motion
- 10. At this stage the hero typically receives help often from someone older or wiser as they embark on their adventure
- 11. These are the challenges and obstacles the hero faces during their adventure It includes tasks like solving riddles slaying monsters or escaping danger
- 12. Life The hero has changed through their quest outgrowing their old life and stepping into a new evolved existence
Down
- 1. This stage varies between stories It might involve monsters bowing down before the hero a chase or other consequences of the hero's actions
- 2. The hero prepares to face their biggest ordeal and confront their worst fears This stage builds up tension as they approach the climax of the story
- 4. At this point the tangled plotlines of the story are resolved and loose ends are tied up
- 6. The hero claims a reward recognition or newfound power as a result of their journey It's a culmination of their efforts and achievements
- 7. The hero experiences their darkest hour facing the possibility of death or failure This stage is a turning point often involving a rebirth or transformation
- 9. After all the adventure the hero returns to their ordinary world often bringing back the knowledge or experience gained during their journey