courage
Courage- The Common Bond An Analysis of the Common Bond Between Heroes Many characters are often referred to as heroes or heroines, but what is it that classifies these people? ... Their journeys take place in radically different worlds, and they perceive their journeys differently, however despite these differences it is courage which binds them as heroes. Courage is the common trait possessed by all heroes. ... There is one characteristic that brings them together, courage. Courage is the universal trait shared by all heroes, including Shea and Hercules. Shea, while not certain about the path he chooses, possesses an immense amount of courage, which he needed in order to wield the sword of Shannara and bring about the destruction of the evil warlock. “Shea have courage, trust the sword,” (Brooks698) was a common message of advice shared by the elf-man’s friends. Shea derived his courage from a deep and profound need to protect his friends and his world, even if it meant traversing a path of overwhelming danger and despair.