Nature of the 
Quest Hero
Mythic Hero
•	Can be male or female
•	Has remarkable birth or childhood
•	May possess both mortal & immortal qualities 
•	Be unaware of their origins & raised by foster parents

•	Shows early signs of being special- superhuman strength or powers
Folktale Hero
•	An ordinary person; often neglected or a stepchild
•	No superhuman powers, but extraordinary in other areas: cleverness, kindness, resourcefulness
Conflicts
•	External conflict- struggle with outside force; man vs. man, nature, or society
•	Internal conflict- struggle with own needs or desires; man vs. him/herself