I'm currently writing a story, and I need another heroic trait. I've got these three already, but I'm looking for another that is unique from those listed:
Compassion
Courage
Wisdom
2006-08-05 08:48:31 · 12 answers · asked by rdiva_2007 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Integrity -- doing the right thing even when no one is looking.
2006-08-05 08:53:53 · answer #1 · answered by tsopolly 6 · 6⤊ 3⤋
Do you know that purely good [heroic] or purely bad characters are out of fashion and uninteresting in literature for about 100 years now?.. Try to come up with traits that would make your characters special, but not heroic. If a character is compasdionate, brave and wise, its very boring. If he's brave, wise, but so ignorant, you interest me, make me wonder why tf he has become such. Put some intrigues not only in the plot, but also in characteristics
2006-08-05 10:18:22 · answer #2 · answered by Solveiga 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A sense of humor. Not many super heroes have this trait and the lack is a shortcoming. It may not seem "heroic," but it's absolutely essential in any relationship and would humanize the hero who is otherwise more of an alien.
2006-08-05 10:21:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A trait that makes Odysseus an epic hero is that he's rather brave and intelligence. He confirmed braveness and intelligence while he became in Polyphemus the Cyclops's cave. All his men panicked yet Odysseus stored his cool.
2016-12-11 03:36:28 · answer #4 · answered by suire 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The hero's com-passion follows from his general passion.
Courage is a typical hero's trait, but wisdom is not: indeed, many heroes are courageous to the level of foolishness.
What do you think about these:
(Com)passion
Courage
Insight
Solitude
I think "insight" is more fitting than "wisdom", as the hero often sees into things it would be wiser not to see at all.
2006-08-05 09:05:41 · answer #5 · answered by sauwelios@yahoo.com 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Self-control
2006-08-05 11:42:14 · answer #6 · answered by AJK 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dedication. Accountability. Singlemindedness of purpose.
Let me know how the story's going. Have a great weekend!
2006-08-05 08:53:37 · answer #7 · answered by ensign183 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Strength-- metally, emotionally, and physically
Weakness-- I love characters who can admit their weaknesses and faults
Loyalty-- A good hero should be loyal to his friends.
There are many others, but I can't think of them. Hope this helps!
2006-08-05 09:18:15 · answer #8 · answered by graciegirl@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Self-Sacrifice.
The act of sacrificing one's personal interests or well-being for the sake of others.The ultimate expression of self-sacrifice is when someone sacrifices their life to save another.
2006-08-05 11:16:16 · answer #9 · answered by timelord1962 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generosity.
2006-08-05 09:28:55 · answer #10 · answered by swarr2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
-quick-thinking (scrappiness)
-the ability to mutter witty one-liners at retreating enemies
-universal acceptance
2006-08-05 09:54:27 · answer #11 · answered by lhk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋