The Hero'S Party

Betrayed by his fiancée, mocked by his siblings, and cast out by his family and kingdom—that’s Ivan’s fate. Until one day, memories of his past life awaken, and he realizes that the world he’s in is eerily similar to a novel he once read. He’s destined to become the puppet villain in the story of his favorite novel. [Hero’s System activated.] But he refuses to be just another extra villain. Siblings, fiancée, protagonists, and villains—anyone who made him suffer will meet their end by his hands. [Hero’s System inherits your past life's desire—the desire to do good.] “Who says killing your enemy makes you a bad person?”

Elric's life had been nothing short of a nightmare since his childhood. He was constantly bullied at school, detested and ignored by his family, and left with nobody to care whether he lived or died. The accumulated loneliness and suffering from decades pushed him into a severe depression, and he ultimately decided to take his life’s final decision… Suicide. One day, Elric's soul heard a voice calling out to him. "Wake up, Elric. I am the God of Darkness, and I'm here to give you another chance at life." To the God of Darkness, Elric replied with only two words… "Fuck off!" Now forced with the possibility of a new life despite his unwillingness… Elric must decide whether to become a puppet or forge a new destiny with his own hands. Will he overcome his traumatic past, or will he squander yet another chance at life? Join the Protagonist on his journey as he is given an impossible task while striving to become one of the strongest beings in a world full of Magic, Mythical creatures, Dragons, and Gods. ---------------- [[Author : The protagonist of this story is a scheming mastermind who doesn't trust anyone and plans everything based on his present strength, knowledge and circumstances. No Romance, Harem, or Fan-service here. The main character is also not an Edgelord or a Psychopath who kills people without reason. Character development is a gradual process as the Main Character learns to acknowledge and overcome his flaws. This is a story for those who appreciate a psychologically well-developed character. The protagonist is an Antihero character who exists in the gray area between good and evil. This is a story for those who enjoy complex characters, greatly improving and expanding World-building along with intricate plots. If you are looking for a story with a nuanced and morally ambiguous yet humorous protagonist in a mature and gritty world, then this is the novel for you.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts available in chapter comments. Discord Link : https://discord.gg/xR7vUzCYx9 ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 500 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 1000 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 2500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 500 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 1000 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 1500 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week

Discord Link for those interested [https://discord.gg/TGc9yymDJP] One may think that in order to be a Hero you must have a pure soul, and untainted heart, but in reality such a thing is impossible; now one's soul is pure, nor is anyone's heart untainted, Gods aren't even exempt from this rule. No, a True Hero is someone who knows they have an impure soul and tainted heart, yet they embrace it, instead of attempting to deny their very nature; however, not all True Heros are the same, some have different beliefs and/or ideals. Yet at the end of the day, no matter how terrible or bleak the situation looks, you can always count on a True Hero to act as a beacon of light that'll show you the correct path, but for you to take, you must embark on it yourself.

A girl, barely an adult, runs away from home after discovering her families forbidden secret. Running away she becomes an adventurer. Obsessed with having a normal life she lives day to day, however an ancient darkness lurks in the shadows threatening all she knows. Will she preserve her easy life or will she give it up for the greater good? PS: the cover is under commission and will be added as soon as it is completed.

After dying while trying to save the Hero's life, only to be abandoned by him the very next instant, Raven ends up before the goddess who'd given him as well as his party their powers. Having witnessed the Hero's failures, the Goddess and Raven strike a deal of mutual benefit. And what's the deal you ask? He has to take over the Hero's spot and strike the forces of evil out of her world. And his reward? The power to steal any woman of course! Revived with the power to seduce anyone no matter their relationship status, the biggest playboy adventurer begins his journey to rack up the highest body count throughout the world! Special Note: Uncensored character pics on my discord server, please join! Warnings: R18||Violence||BDSM||Heavy Netori Elements(Mc stealing other people's woman) [Note]: 1. None of the heroines will cheat on MC 2. It does involve MC stealing other people's partners - (Netori) 3. Any support especially gifts, golden tickets, votes, etc = more updates more frequently 4. Please let me know about any grammatical errors in any chapter through the comments. 5. Complaints about anything that I've already warned about in the 'warning' section will be ignored. 6. Chapter updates every Monday, Tuesday, And Saturday Connect with me here to keep up with the story's progress: Discord: https://discord.gg/JvdHxKekh2

I closed my eyes and let out a long, shuddering breath. The needle slipped through my numb fingers and clattered onto the rough pavement. Nothingness swirled around me, bringing the first peace I'd felt in my short, miserable life. No one would miss me, and if any did...? Well, there was always someone else to beat or rape. They'd move on quickly. But then...gods? Since when did nothingness have so many gods? Chosen by the goddess of Fate, I'm thrust into a world of magic and wonder alongside nine other heroes. A world where the gods reign supreme, and evil is vanquished before it can spread its blight. Can such a place truly exist? Could life really be worth living? I've heard that the brightest lights cast the longest shadows, but my life has been nothing but darkness. Perhaps this new world will be the chance I need to find the light, to see the other side. Discord: https://discord.gg/PX3xqJdZMY

In a world of betrayal, love, and war will Eve risk it all for her freedom—or for her heart? "Let's divorce. I'm finally letting you go," she said with scarce emotion on her lovely face. Seeing her resolve, he felt heaviness in his heart. His face darkened, clenching his jaw. "You can't leave me. You are bound to me for eternity." He forcibly grabbed her, pinning her on the wall, his hands started caressing her sensitive spots. "And your body... doesn't LIE," he whispered sensually, lips gently nibbling on her earlobe. Her breath hitched, her heartbeat racing. Seeing her struggle to resist him, he smirked triumphantly. "You yearn for my touch and my kiss. You also desire me." The next thing she felt was his lips roughly brushing against hers in a hungry kiss. **** Neglected by the King Enslaved by the Queen Bullied by her royal siblings Hated by The Kingdom's Hero Ostracized by her own people EVE HAD ENOUGH! She ripped off her disguise and began to fight back, flaunting her skills and talents– extremely beautiful, highly intelligent, proficient in medicinal knowledge, great combat skills, and with rare talent– Beast Taming!  Eve– the Forsaken Princess will ascend to the throne, not just conquering kingdoms but also capturing the hearts of the powerful gentlemen– A Hero Knight, An Infamous Hunter, and the Tyrant Crown Prince! Like a phoenix rising from ashes, Eve reruns her life, determined to trample everyone with her vengeance. [ Warning: Mature Content, R18+ ]

Paul Alkantar embarks on an epic journey across Severion, a world forged by the gods, to uncover the truth behind its mysteries. Joined by a group of allies, they form the Brotherhood of the Legendary Party, destined to become heroes who safeguard the realm from peril. Together, they delve into ancient dungeons, encounter mythical creatures, uncover hidden secrets, and face trials that challenge their resolve as they strive to forge a destiny unbound by the gods.

[WSA 2025] To confront the threat posed by monsters and demons, humanity summons a hero endowed with a mysterious system and an unrivaled capacity for evolution. He becomes the last bastion of hope for mankind. However, one of his mistakes gives rise to a calamity far worse than the Demon King. This calamity is conceived in a dungeon, abandoned as a fetus by its mother, and raised by the Demon King himself. Upon the Demon King's death, all the restraints he had placed upon the creature are shattered. Thus, the hero's nameless son begins to lay waste to everything. The greatest calamity the world has ever known is born.

Heroes are supposed to shine like gold in the memories of those that they have sworn to protect, a beacon of hope on the world's darkest night. They're stars, shinning beautiful, bright, and dying in a glorious explosion of light as they give their lives for their city. Sometimes the heroes don't stay dead though. Sometimes they come back, and they come back wrong. What happens then, when a hero, that is just as much dead as they are alive, finds their way back into the world of the living?

“This time is different. After the 14th failure, after the 14th death—this time, it’s different. I have my powers. I will kill you this time. I will not fail again, DEMON KING!” BAM! The door flew open. “Aurelia?” “You’re late for breakfast!” came the sharp, innocent voice. Ronan turned to see her—Aurelia, a fiery, pigtailed girl with bright eyes and an impatient frown. He couldn’t help but smile. “Let’s go,” he said, standing to follow her. She didn’t know it yet, but she was humanity’s destined hero, the ultimate weapon against the Demon King. And for the first time, Ronan truly understood—he couldn’t win this war alone. To destroy the Demon King, he had to shape Aurelia into the hero she was born to be. Together, they would end the cycle of failure. This time, victory would be theirs. Note:- My story doesn't have a harem, nor will there be a love triangle, although there are a few admirers of the male lead. It is a straightforward narrative with no unnecessary delays, and the story ends around 300 to 400 chapters.

the hero's journey, also known as the monomyth, is the common template of stories that involve a hero who goes on an adventure, is victorious in a decisive crisis, and comes home changed or transformed. ~this happens to Mc I don't own the image , if the owner wants it gone let me know I don't own naruto either except the oc , don't sue me plz

Raisodol Delsol or whatever shit name he has, was never him in the first place, because he just replaced a baby's body with his freaking soul! However, this baby is not just a baby. It is a baby of one of the most richest and powerful families of the Belzenia Empire! He can have it all! Money, power, fame, everything he could never have in his pitiful first life! He could be the most arrogant little piece of shit and no one will dare oppose him! Or so he imagined. Of course others with the same status can oppose him. His parents can even command him, let alone the royal family who can send you dead in the enemy territory. So would a commoner dare? No. It would be impossible. But what if that person is lower than a commoner? The No Background Hero he was enslaved with for who knows where she came from.

Kai a low level hero who had spent his hero career thinking that his ability was useless finds out that he was due to a crisis watch his journey as a hero as he uncovers his past and reveals long lost secrets of the world

--WSA 2025 ENTRY-- Cale was the Hero. The savior of nations, the one destined to triumph over evil. With a party of trusted allies, he defeated the Demon King, he stood at the pinnacle of fame and glory. But when the time came to share the spoils of victory, he learned a cruel truth: His so-called allies, Aelira the gentle healer, Rhogar the steadfast tank, Jorin the playful rogue, and Velena the wise mage, were anything but. "You’re a relic of the past, Cale," they sneered. "We don’t need a Hero in this new world." Betrayed, seen as a dispensable tool. He found himself being pulled into a swirling void, and plummeted into darkness. But fate had other plans. Cale awakened to an ancient power deep within the Abyss: the Dungeon Master System. It whispered promises of revenge, survival, and power unlike anything he’d known before. "Become the hunter, not the hunted. Build a dungeon. Grow stronger. Conquer those who betrayed you." And so began Cale's transformation. From the ashes of betrayal, he emerged no longer just a Hero, but a Dungeon Master, a being capable of building monstrous lairs, commanding terrifying creatures, and a potential to create even worlds, he had the power to devour anyone foolish enough to challenge him. But this new change is unforgiving, and Cale is now a player in a larger, deadlier game, one with ancient factions, and secrets powerful enough to shake the foundations of reality itself. When the hunters become the hunted, when mortals seek to challenge monsters, who will prevail? The Hero is dead. The Dungeon Master rises.

The adventures of a young man and how he found himself at the final battle between the legendary hero and the evil Demon king This story is has come to a end thank you to anyone that read it.

In a world where the monsters evolved into a far stronger version of themselves after the appearance of the "Terrestrialization Virus", made monsters far too dangerous for low-level adventurers to fight. Making Summoner and Beast Tamer a "useless class". Greo Astral, a Summoner who just started as an adventurer, aims to be as strong as his father. Due to various circumstances, he'll now find a way to defeat the monster king, the one responsible for the "Terrestrialization Virus".

Somehow, I don't know how for sure, though, I've been sent to the world of my favorite game, Skyrim. The longer I'm here, the more I notice that this world is real. Not simply realistic, but real. Everything I do has an effect on the world, either good or bad, especially in the case with the storylines. I love Skyrim, but I'm not going to be able to survive here, right? How do I get out? Getting out isn't even the beginning of my problems. The longer I stay here, the more I realize – things are different, and not necessarily for the better. -------------- As embarrassing as this is, this is a Skyrim fanfic. It's probably permanently in progress, as I'm mainly just using it as a drawing board to practice writing storylines for games. Writing it out is just a fun way I've got for going about it. I've also written this in a style so that people who haven't played any of the Elder Scrolls series of games can read it as well. I warn you, though, there's a *lot* of words. Side note: I've also got this story on other sites/apps, in case you want to read it there. -------------- This is also a challenge to That Guy Right There. This is a combination of how I would write the fanfic you made, along with the fact that I got tired of waiting for the author, That Guy Right There, to finish his story, "Living Skyrim." It's pretty good, y'all should check it out. However, Guy's mc is an asshole, so I warn you now. The puns he makes are also kinda bad. So I challenge you, Guy. I'm gonna write my version of how it'd go, and you finish yours (unless you died.) This is a direct copy from my work on my other accounts on various reading/writing apps. Check that one out, too. It doesn't matter to me which you support, cuz I'm not monetized by any. I'm just the writer, man.

"Impossible! Did he evolve that pathetic Lv1 Wolf in a Lv100 Demon Lord?" "Forget that little puppy dearest immortal, look at this SSS-ranked sword that has been lost since the Edo Tensei Harem era!" — After dying on his way to work one Monday morning, Bob reincarnated in Retribution Online — a roguelike where he would never die, coming back stronger after death. After skipping the great tutorial, and dying in his first run, he unlocked two overpowered developer haxs! Facing a powerful foe? Underlevel them. Need a powerful ally? Overlevel them! Wait a second. There is this legendary supreme ultimate godly immoral staff hidden in the lair of the most feared Moon Divine Emperor? I'll have my army of Lv100 mobs deal with that issue. Witness his meteoric rise to the top! His goal to become the greatest gaming legend to have ever lived— after he escaped this labyrinth of eldritch abominations. —— What to expect: OP MC with OP ARMY! NO NTR/YURI/INCEST NOT FAST-PACED MC IS NOT HIDING STRENGTH VILLAIN/MORALLY WEAK MC Do not expect: Caricature Characters Pokemon Harem Forced Romance MC is touchy with killing Kind, Loving, and Clueless MC -- Patreon Support: https://www.patreon.com/maxholmes460 Power Stone Goals: 200 PS: Weekly 1 Bonus Chapters (on Sundays) Golden Ticket Goals: 80 GT: Weekly 2 Bonus Chapters (on Sundays) Magic Castle or Higher Super Gift: up to 5 Bonus Chapters (in 3 Days)

Azazel, the first-born son of the Demon King, is a cunning, manipulative, greedy, and most of all war-loving individual. He sets up a plan to leave hell and the only way he could was to get banished. Now he wonders the mortal realm hoping to make a strong hero. But he doesn't do it out of the goodness of his heart, beneath all the smiles and charm, he has a calamity-causing plan in mind. Please be aware that this is my debut novel. So, if you find anything too familiar or dull, kindly keep in mind that I am a new writer and still learning. I hope to improve with time. If you enjoy reading my work, please support me by leaving a comment, voting, sending gifts, writing a review, or unlocking chapters with coins (if possible). I hope you enjoy reading my book.

At the young age of 27, she succumbs to a relentless, incurable disease in a world where she’d always felt out of place. However, she had always wanted a second chance. That chance comes in the most unexpected way—rebirth. She awakens in a foreign world, she's no longer a terminally ill woman but a small, abandoned child in a decrepit house. Determined to rise above her circumstances, Zenais’ wit and resolve lead her to the doorsteps to a fraudulent orphanage where she escapes, her plans catching the attention of one of the Dukes in the Empire—an enigmatic man she soon learns is her uncle. But her newfound life takes a startling twist when she pieces together an astonishing fact—her new world was in the setting of a novel she once read, and her family is at the heart of the story. Armed with foreknowledge of the novel’s events, Zenais must navigate a web of aristocratic corruption, political intrigue, and battles with creatures she’d never imagined seeing to protect those she’s grown to care for—and herself—from a fate that she had already escaped. Can Zenais outmaneuver the forces working against her fate, or will she watch her family fall victim to the story’s original tragic end? o(≧▽≦)o

In the 21st century, Su Qi'an, a modern and virtuous young man, unexpectedly finds his soul transported to the feudal and backward dynasty of Da Liang—a fictional empire not found in history—after saving a girl from drowning. Born into a poor family with a virtuous wife, Su Qi'an initially aspired to use his status as a scholar to achieve official rank and lead a peaceful and prosperous life. However, he is caught in a chaotic era marked by drastic changes in Da Liang, a fractured imperial court, warring regional warlords, nomadic tribes threatening the northwest, and pirates rampaging in the southeast. To survive, Su Qi'an, a humble scholar from an impoverished background, rises from obscurity to become a legendary figure, sweeping across all opposition and uniting the land under one rule. Whether branded a treacherous rebel or a virtuous statesman, Su Qi'an is destined to be a true hero of his age. ✨Love this translation? Support me on Patreon for early access, exclusive content, and more! Your support keeps the translations coming—subscribe today! ✨Join me on Patreon: Patreon.com/flokixy

Hero Killer Synopsis In a world where superhuman abilities, known as Kore, are inherited through bloodlines, Jin-Woo is born with a power that seems weak and insignificant compared to the overwhelming abilities of others. His older sister, Yoo Ara, is a rising hero, shining in the spotlight with her radiant abilities. Meanwhile, Jin-Woo struggles in the shadows, overlooked and dismissed by everyone, including his sister. But when Jin-Woo accidentally gets caught in the aftermath of a battle between the most powerful hero of the generation, Kang-Woo, and a dangerous villain, he discovers that his Kore, the power of shadows, holds far more potential than he ever realized. Though Kang-Woo is invincible and revered, Jin-Woo sees the darker side of the hero world. Disillusioned with the corruption and hypocrisy within the Hero Association, Jin-Woo becomes a vigilante, hunting down corrupt heroes and villains alike. Armed with his growing abilities, he steps into a world of shadows and danger, determined to carve his own path. As Jin-Woo’s powers evolve, he uncovers a secret organization known as the Obsidian Order, a group with ties to forbidden Kore experiments and shadowy figures that could change the fate of the world. Now, he must choose whether to fight for justice in his own way or to succumb to the darkness that calls to him. In a world of heroes, villains, and shadows, Jin-Woo is neither—he is the Hero Killer.

An undead Rabbit, a robot in his head, a guy with vines, a bird girl and a nervous wreck of a centipede? Why do I have to write about them? Huh? I get to be in the story? Uhm... Hey, you. Read Rabbit's Foot. Featuring The best Character ever written in the world: Ra- I mean, This story is pretty 'great'. What do you mean "write a plot summary"? I think I did pretty good. Okay, okay. It's about this guy and he collects hearts. there. Done. Huh? Oh yeah, this book is pretty mediocre, so don't expect much. Buuut Fanservice, right? Wait, was I not supposed to say that? Then tell me that before I say it! Mollia, you frustrate me. What's a good way to get people to read this... Oh, we've got lgbtq+ representation! Yeah. Beat that... Huh? That doesn't automatically make something good? Then... Then why did I write this? Because I had nothing else to do? Fair... I should have done a harem... Rabbit's Foot part 40: Harem Hare. Boom. I'll sell millions. Do harems even sell still? ...You don't know either, do you? I knew you didn't know everything. Ha, in your face... What? I am not- Mollia, I swear if you... Okay, since I'm not allowed to ramble on anymore, I should now mention that I have this thing called a disconnect. Huh? Discord? I don't care how it's spelt! Hang on... Okay, the link is this; https://discord.gg/nW6CfvDe ______________________________________________________________________ (Non Canon Now (yay)) A Chain loving Demon, a Size altering dragon, a Bio weapon with a mimic for a scarf and the Four Horsemen? Huh? I'm not in this part? What, I'm only a cameo appearance!? Oh screw this, I wanna speak to my manager. Huh? I'll get kicked out if I don't do this thing? Fine... Hey you, Reader. It's me, the best character from the last part. I'm sure you're wondering "Rat, why O why aren't you in this part?" Then read Heartbreak Hero first, dummy. But Anyway, the story ain't finished. Not until I deem it is, anyway. This is Rabbit's Foot: Devilish Deals. The one were Panila finally learns to- Huh? That's a spoiler? Are they even gonna read that far? To be fair- Mollia, just let me speak! Fine, fine. Feel free to read, or not. I don't care. At this point it's to stop the madness of- I can't even talk about that? See, look at the witty banter I have with myself. I truly am the next Lenard Divinski. Huh? The guy's a painter? I... I said it wrong? Well whatever one starred in the Matrix movies. I'm the next guy in the Matrix. Well, rat-girl. But hey-ho. Oh yeah, we reached 100 chapters a bit ago... That's it. Hey, can I spoil my entire story in this? Wait I can just do that? Oh hells yeah. Alright, so #### gets with ##### at the end... Did you really censor me? I can't have anything... I'm not just a cameo... I'm more than you. Two Becomes One | One Was Two ___________________________________ [So long awaited update for the series... I'm done with Devilish Deals. Well, this version at least. Much like every good comic book that sinks below expectation after awhile, it's time for a.... wait for it... Reboot (yay). But yeah, Rabbit's foot: Devilish deals is a done deal. Hehe. Well, not exactly done. So basically a Sequel. Because It's pretty obvious a fumbled this fifty or so chapters. So thanks for the support on Heartbreak Hero and hopefully see you at the next book!]

Kail, a 23-year-old customer support agent, found himself in an unexpected predicament – he was somehow transported into the world of his beloved RPG game, "Stopping Ragnarok." To his astonishment, he wasn't alone in this bizarre adventure. Eight other players, supposedly the chosen ones destined to rescue the world within the game, joined him on this quest. Their mission? To thwart the sinister forces threatening to eradicate humanity in Terra Mercuria. It all sounded quite epic, at least in theory. However, as they delved into their adventure, reality quickly dispelled any grandiose expectations. The warrior turned out to be rather, well, twinkish, not exactly the imposing figure Kail had imagined. The mage had an odd fascination with dark magic, which was more intriguing than practical. The healer, a girl, had an unexpected twist – she possessed an anatomical surprise that defied convention. The Rogue, meant to be stealthy and ruthless, was far too polite and kind-hearted to fit the bill. The Ranger, whose title suggested environmental awareness, displayed a conspicuous disregard for nature's well-being. The Paladin, expected to be virtuous and noble, seemed more interested in flirting than righteousness. The Necromancer, a master of the undead, harbored a comical fear of his own creations. And then there was the Hero, the one designated to lead this motley crew. To Kail's surprise, the Hero vehemently rejected his role and instead clung to Kail, the Bard, as if he were a lifeline in this absurd world. So, while their mission to save Terra Mercuria remained a noble pursuit in theory, the reality of their adventure was shaping up to be quite the comedic spectacle.

Yang Chen had been reborn into the body of a foolish villain in a cultivation novel, a character whose destiny was intertwined with that of the protagonist. His fate, it seemed, had already been sealed with an irreparable grudge against the destined hero. However, Yang Chen quickly realized something critical: he was utterly incapable of defeating the protagonist. Thus, in an uncharacteristic moment of clarity, he chose the only sensible course of action—he would save the hero's life. He took the initiative to remove the venomous cold poison that plagued the hero's mother, hoping to somehow avoid further conflict. Yet, after a month of close interaction, something unexpected happened—an undeniable bond began to form between the two. One year later, a child was born. Yang Chen had assumed that, after the birth of the child, Junior Brother Lin Yan would set aside any lingering animosity, perhaps for the sake of his mother and their shared little one. But life had other plans. [The host's son has been born and has stolen 3,000 luck points from his elder brother, the protagonist!] [The Great Villain System is now officially activated!] Yang Chen felt helpless. This cursed system had appeared at the most inconvenient time! Wasn't this forcing him to confront Junior Brother Lin Yan? And to make matters worse—he was now the child's stepfather! ==== Raw: 反派：男主母亲生子后，我乐疯了 Author: Yun Chang Reads Spring And Aut Cover: X (Twitter)

Vincent is your typical round about hero. He is an orphan raised by a church in the land in Lesidnia. He is adopted by the head priest and eventually becomes the holy sword wielder. He trains hard and is eventually able to conquer the demon lord of Crimora. But not all is as it seems. After he conquers the demon lord and kills him the kingdom sees him as not useful anymore. They now see him as a nuisance and find a way to get rid of him. he is stripped of everything and left with nothing. Will Vincent wallow in despire of will he eventually rise up and take revenge? Will Vincent live long enough to see himself, the hero become the villain?

In The Distant Future, Where Robots, Advanced Technology and Bio-Humans co-exist, there lies another thing in Society, Super Powers, and with everyone having Superpowers there is the everyman like Rex who tries to make use of his bad power to climb to the top, What will happen Next? Find out in a Hero’s Path!