Hero's Journey: Point of No Return

In Vogler's "Point of No Return" stage of the Hero's Journey, the worst that could happen actually happens. Part of the hero dies, causing the rebirth of the "new" hero. S/he has learned new lessons, but there are severe consequences.

Hero's Journey: Tests, Allies, Enemies

In Vogler's "Tests, Allies and Enemies" stage of the Hero's Journey, the hero/ine figures out new rules, builds a team, experiments with change, and deals with new minor enemies as they crop up.

Be sure to show/exacerbate different sides of the same issue.

Hero's Journey: Refusal of the Call

For the story to work, the journey must be treacherous. Vogler's "refusal of the call" stage of the Hero's Journey is to illustrate the risk involved. Reader must know what is at stake for the hero.

Heads up: Heroes' Journeys

This week's Craft topic is Heroes' Journeys. Look for "Heroes' Journeys" posts on Wednesday.

Vernacular: active protagonists

An ACTIVE PROTAGONIST, in the pursuit of desire, takes action in direct conflict with the people and world around him.

[Robert McKee--STORY]