For my essay for context of practice I decided to focus on the many depictions of heroes (and villains as well since the same issues will also apply).
I plan to make use of the following resources:
Morphology of the Folktale by Vladimir Propp
I plan to make use of the following resources:
Morphology of the Folktale by Vladimir Propp
The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell
The Writer's Journey by Christopher Vogler
Ed Hooks
Carl Jung
Practical; character designs, short animation or gifs of my own hero and villain designs
('The Hero with a Thousand Faces' is still on loan, I have yet to read it)
Quotes from 'Morphology of the Folktale' by Vladimir Propp:
1. "An interdiction is addressed to the hero" pg 26
2. "The interdiction is violated" pg 27
3. "One member of a family either lacks something or desires to have something" pg 35
4. "The hero leaves home" pg 39
5. "The hero is tested, interrogated, attacked, etc., which prepares the way for his receiving either a magical agent or helper" pg 39
6. "The hero is transferred, delivered, or led to the whereabouts of an object of search" pg 50
7. "The hero and the villain join in direct combat" pg 51
8. "The hero is branded" pg 52
9. "A difficult task is proposed to the hero" pg 60
10. "Hero is recognised" pg 62
Chosen list of heroes and anti-heroes, how these quotes correspond to them:
1. Midoriya Izuku (aka Deku), from 'My Hero Academia' (HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the first quote applies a lot to the character Izuku as his story revolves around a world where the majority of humanity have superpowers or "quirks", as described by the series. Izuku at the beginning deals with being the small percentage to not have a quirk and is ridiculed and always being told by others he can't become a hero.
The ninth quote applies to Izuku, after he gains a quirk he has to learn how to master it (as it turns out his body can't withstand the power of his quirk causing self inflicting damage) as well as other tasks to test his new abilities and potential to become a hero. For example, one exam required him and a fellow student to work together against one of their teachers (a pro hero) whom has overwhelming power. This was even more of a challenge due to the fact his fellow student was difficult to communicate with.
Finally, the eighth quote applies when Izuku is still learning to control his quirk. With a limit to how much damage his body can withstand, when faced against a powerful opponent he sustains scars all over his hands. After recovering these were a reminder of his recklessness.
2. Monkey D Luffy, from 'One Piece' (ANTI-HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the first quote applies to Luffy. Luffy wants to become a pirate and eventually the "Pirate King" but many would mock him out of disbelief that he could achieve such a thing. Also, his Grandpa is a Vice Admiral for the Marines so he would constantly discipline and punish Luffy for dreaming of such a thing.
The forth quote applies to Luffy as he finally embarks on his quest to find a crew and become the Pirate King.
The sixth quote applies a lot to Luffy as the very thing he hopes to become (the Pirate King) requires him to find the legendary treasure of the previous Pirate King, the "One Piece".
Eighth quote applies when Luffy receives a scar on his chest from an all powerful enemy during a great war to save his brother.
The ninth quote applies to Luffy in various ways. He is presented with a range of dangerous foes (other pirates, marines and beasts/monsters) across the world when embarking on his adventure but also has the task of becoming an effective leader as pirate captain. At times he has to make tough decisions, as stated by his right hand man Zoro "we're not just pretending to be pirates, this isn't a game".
Tenth quote applies as Luffy becomes a more notorious and well known pirate.
3. Sun Wukong (aka The Monkey King), from 'Monkey King, Hero is back' (HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the eighth quote in a certain way applies to Sun as the story begins with his powers being sealed away by Buddha with a magical shackle around his wrist.
The ninth quote applies as Sun's only concern is to regain his powers. However he is presented with a child who looks up to him as a hero praises and pesters him to save other children like himself from evil trolls. Sun is selfish, wants to achieve his own goal and is reluctant to give a helping hand but his conscience tells him otherwise.
The tenth quote applies as Sun is immediately recognised by the child he encounters, who knows everything about Sun. This tells us how well known Sun's legend as The Monkey King is.
4. Guts, from 'Berserk' (ANTI-HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the fourth quote applies to Guts as he is chased away by the mercenaries who raised him from a baby (found in a corpse of a pregnant woman, hence the name Guts) accused of murdering his carer and mentor.
The eighth quote applies to Guts a lot as he and his fellow comrades receives a sacrificial brand which marks them as a target for demons.
Ninth quote applies a lot to Guts as he has endured fighting dozens to hundreds of men and superior all powerful demons single-handedly.
The tenth quote applies to Guts as he becomes notoriously known as the "black swordsman" recognised for carrying a giant sword.
5. Mr. Incredible, from 'The Incredibles' (HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the first quote applies to Mr. Incredible as after his actions result in heroes to be suspended he has to deal with being told not to take on the hero role ever again. Even when seeing someone in trouble his boss doesn't care and threatens to fire him.
The forth quote applies to Mr. Incredible as every morning he leaves his home town for a secret job.
Ninth quote applies to the way that Mr. Incredible has the responsibility of stopping the main villain, destroying the giant robot and keeping his family safe.
6. Deadpool, from 'Marvel' (ANTI-HERO)
7. Captain America, from 'Marvel' (HERO)
8. Deathstroke, from 'DC' (ANTI-HERO/VILLAIN)
9. Superman, from 'DC' (HERO)
10. Rorschach, from 'Watchmen' (ANTI-HERO)
Statements about what "defines" a heroes:
1. Show bravery
2. Fights against evil
3. Strong
4. Self sacrificing
5. Selfless
6. Face danger
7. Save lives
8. Symbolise/inspire justice
9. Morally right
10. Fights for freedom
Ed Hooks
Carl Jung
Practical; character designs, short animation or gifs of my own hero and villain designs
('The Hero with a Thousand Faces' is still on loan, I have yet to read it)
Quotes from 'Morphology of the Folktale' by Vladimir Propp:
1. "An interdiction is addressed to the hero" pg 26
2. "The interdiction is violated" pg 27
3. "One member of a family either lacks something or desires to have something" pg 35
4. "The hero leaves home" pg 39
5. "The hero is tested, interrogated, attacked, etc., which prepares the way for his receiving either a magical agent or helper" pg 39
6. "The hero is transferred, delivered, or led to the whereabouts of an object of search" pg 50
7. "The hero and the villain join in direct combat" pg 51
8. "The hero is branded" pg 52
9. "A difficult task is proposed to the hero" pg 60
10. "Hero is recognised" pg 62
Chosen list of heroes and anti-heroes, how these quotes correspond to them:
1. Midoriya Izuku (aka Deku), from 'My Hero Academia' (HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the first quote applies a lot to the character Izuku as his story revolves around a world where the majority of humanity have superpowers or "quirks", as described by the series. Izuku at the beginning deals with being the small percentage to not have a quirk and is ridiculed and always being told by others he can't become a hero.
The ninth quote applies to Izuku, after he gains a quirk he has to learn how to master it (as it turns out his body can't withstand the power of his quirk causing self inflicting damage) as well as other tasks to test his new abilities and potential to become a hero. For example, one exam required him and a fellow student to work together against one of their teachers (a pro hero) whom has overwhelming power. This was even more of a challenge due to the fact his fellow student was difficult to communicate with.
Finally, the eighth quote applies when Izuku is still learning to control his quirk. With a limit to how much damage his body can withstand, when faced against a powerful opponent he sustains scars all over his hands. After recovering these were a reminder of his recklessness.
2. Monkey D Luffy, from 'One Piece' (ANTI-HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the first quote applies to Luffy. Luffy wants to become a pirate and eventually the "Pirate King" but many would mock him out of disbelief that he could achieve such a thing. Also, his Grandpa is a Vice Admiral for the Marines so he would constantly discipline and punish Luffy for dreaming of such a thing.
The forth quote applies to Luffy as he finally embarks on his quest to find a crew and become the Pirate King.
The sixth quote applies a lot to Luffy as the very thing he hopes to become (the Pirate King) requires him to find the legendary treasure of the previous Pirate King, the "One Piece".
Eighth quote applies when Luffy receives a scar on his chest from an all powerful enemy during a great war to save his brother.
The ninth quote applies to Luffy in various ways. He is presented with a range of dangerous foes (other pirates, marines and beasts/monsters) across the world when embarking on his adventure but also has the task of becoming an effective leader as pirate captain. At times he has to make tough decisions, as stated by his right hand man Zoro "we're not just pretending to be pirates, this isn't a game".
Tenth quote applies as Luffy becomes a more notorious and well known pirate.
3. Sun Wukong (aka The Monkey King), from 'Monkey King, Hero is back' (HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the eighth quote in a certain way applies to Sun as the story begins with his powers being sealed away by Buddha with a magical shackle around his wrist.
The ninth quote applies as Sun's only concern is to regain his powers. However he is presented with a child who looks up to him as a hero praises and pesters him to save other children like himself from evil trolls. Sun is selfish, wants to achieve his own goal and is reluctant to give a helping hand but his conscience tells him otherwise.
The tenth quote applies as Sun is immediately recognised by the child he encounters, who knows everything about Sun. This tells us how well known Sun's legend as The Monkey King is.
4. Guts, from 'Berserk' (ANTI-HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the fourth quote applies to Guts as he is chased away by the mercenaries who raised him from a baby (found in a corpse of a pregnant woman, hence the name Guts) accused of murdering his carer and mentor.
The eighth quote applies to Guts a lot as he and his fellow comrades receives a sacrificial brand which marks them as a target for demons.
Ninth quote applies a lot to Guts as he has endured fighting dozens to hundreds of men and superior all powerful demons single-handedly.
The tenth quote applies to Guts as he becomes notoriously known as the "black swordsman" recognised for carrying a giant sword.
5. Mr. Incredible, from 'The Incredibles' (HERO)
From 'Morphology of the Folktale' the first quote applies to Mr. Incredible as after his actions result in heroes to be suspended he has to deal with being told not to take on the hero role ever again. Even when seeing someone in trouble his boss doesn't care and threatens to fire him.
The forth quote applies to Mr. Incredible as every morning he leaves his home town for a secret job.
Ninth quote applies to the way that Mr. Incredible has the responsibility of stopping the main villain, destroying the giant robot and keeping his family safe.
6. Deadpool, from 'Marvel' (ANTI-HERO)
7. Captain America, from 'Marvel' (HERO)
8. Deathstroke, from 'DC' (ANTI-HERO/VILLAIN)
9. Superman, from 'DC' (HERO)
10. Rorschach, from 'Watchmen' (ANTI-HERO)
Statements about what "defines" a heroes:
1. Show bravery
2. Fights against evil
3. Strong
4. Self sacrificing
5. Selfless
6. Face danger
7. Save lives
8. Symbolise/inspire justice
9. Morally right
10. Fights for freedom
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