Across
- 5. Giving up something valuable for a greater purpose.
- 9. A story passed down through generations that mixes historical facts with imaginative details.
- 13. The gods of ancient Greece who lived on Mount Olympus.
- 14. Supernatural creatures or spirits in Japanese folklore.
- 15. vs evil The central conflict between moral right and wrong.
- 18. A weapon symbolising power, bravery, or justice.
- 19. A magical spell or charm that changes reality.
- 21. Supreme beings worshipped for their power and influence.
- 23. Unable to die; living forever.
- 25. Living beings, often mythical or supernatural.
- 26. Excessive pride or arrogance that often leads to downfall.
- 27. The character who opposes the hero or causes conflict.
- 30. A traditional story explaining natural or social phenomena, often involving gods or heroes.
- 32. Something given in recognition of effort or achievement.
- 34. The desire to do something wrong or unwise.
- 36. The idea that events are predetermined and unavoidable.
- 38. values Beliefs and behaviours that are important to a particular society or group.
- 39. A warrior class in feudal Japan known for honour and discipline.
- 40. hero’s journey A storytelling pattern where a hero leaves home, faces challenges, and returns transformed.
Down
- 1. Common features or rules used in a particular type of story or genre.
- 2. intervention When a god or supernatural force changes the course of events.
- 3. A consequence given for wrongdoing.
- 4. A short story that teaches a moral lesson, often using animals as characters.
- 6. tale A story from a community’s oral tradition, reflecting its culture and values.
- 7. The legendary castle and court of King Arthur.
- 8. In Norse mythology, the end of the world and the final battle of gods.
- 10. Half‑human, half‑divine beings with special powers.
- 11. The use of supernatural powers to influence events.
- 12. Imaginary beings that are often large, frightening, or evil.
- 16. A being that can die; not immortal.
- 17. Definition
- 20. The main character who shows courage and overcomes obstacles.
- 22. A person or place believed to deliver divine messages or prophecies.
- 24. Relating to the idea that the world is divided between good and evil forces.
- 28. A prediction or message about future events, often given by a divine source.
- 29. A journey or mission undertaken to achieve a goal or find something valuable.
- 31. A major change in form, character, or condition.
- 33. The act of bringing something into existence.
- 35. Principles about right and wrong behaviour.
- 37. Remains of something destroyed or decayed, often ancient buildings.