The hero's journey is a narrative pattern that is often found in stories, films, and other forms of storytelling. It describes the journey of a hero who goes through a series of trials and tribulations in order to achieve a goal or complete a quest. In most cases, the hero begins in the ordinary world and receives a call to adventure, which leads them to leave their familiar life and enter a special world where they must face challenges and undergo a transformation. After achieving their goal, the hero returns to the ordinary world with newfound knowledge or power that they can use to help others.
In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Tony Stark, also known as Iron Man, can be seen as an example of a character who goes through a hero's journey. In the first Iron Man film, Stark is a wealthy businessman and weapons manufacturer who is kidnapped by terrorists. He then creates a suit of armor to escape and decides to use his technology for good by becoming the superhero Iron Man. Over the course of the film, Stark faces various challenges and enemies, including his business rival Obadiah Stane and the terrorist organization Ten Rings. He eventually overcomes these obstacles and becomes a true hero. Throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe
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His arc in the film is a full circle of the journey that he has been on throughout the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. The movie picks up after the events of "Avengers: Infinity War," with Tony stranded in space, critically injured, and unable to return home. Tony's journey is primarily driven by his strong sense of guilt for his past mistakes and his need for redemption. As Iron Man, he joins the Avengers for the final battle against Thanos, where he ultimately sacrifices himself to save the universe. This is his "ultimate sacrifice" to become the true hero. His sacrifice serves as his final act of atonement and