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Examples Of Bilbo In The Hobbit

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Bo Bramschreiber
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Nov. 22nd
Literary Thesis
The Hero Of Erebor

In the beginning of The Hobbit we are introduced to Bilbo Baggins, an unlikely hero. Bilbo was an ordinary hobbit content with his typical hobbit lifestyle. He longs for adventure away from the hobbit hole. His life changes very quickly when he meets Gandalf and the 12 dwarves. After accepting Gandalf's challenge Bilbo goes on an action packed quest. Bilbo, the main character in The Hobbit is clearly an archetypal hero based on the 12 steps of the hero's journey. This can be shown with examples from the story.
In the beginning of the story Bilbo is introduced to the wizard Gandalf, and the 12 dwarfs who will lead him to his journey. The hobbit loved …show more content…

Bilbo finally crosses the threshold when he leads the dwarves safely through the dark woods. Bilbo is learning to survive on his own. At this point in the story Bilbo has met many enemies including goblins, wolves, elves, spiders, and trolls. His new allies include the dwarves, Gandalf, Bard, and the Eagles.”There was excitement in the camp that night”(205) as the new allies recalled their victories. Bilbo faces several tests from tricking the trolls to killing the great goblin. Bilbo out wits Gollum on his own and gets the ring, right then he learns the power of the ring but won't share with the dwarves. At this point Bilbo has reached the innermost cave and has gained the confidence to defeat Smaug. His ordeal will begin when he goes face to face with Smaug the dragon. Meeting the mentor, crossing the threshold, tests/enemies/allies, approach to the innermost cave, and ordeal are all steps Bilbo has completed on his journey. “There was excitement in the camp that night”(205).
As the story continues Bilbo finds Smaug's weak spot. After, Bilbo steals the cup to prove he was actually in Smaug's lair. Smaug is eventually killed by the archer Bard when Bilbo tells him to shoot at smaug's weak spot. Bilbo learns that there are still a lot of troubles because everyone starts fighting over the treasure that Smaug has in his lair. When it is finally settled how the treasure will

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