King Arthur A Hero's Journey

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In the middle of the sea, with very limited supplies, where huge waves were splashing and heavy rain was pouring on the dark and empty sea, Arthur was losing hope for any chance of survival. After four days of hopelessness, a blasting, and torrential storm wrecked Arthur’s ship into pieces that washed him away to a deserted island. As Arthur woke up, the smell hit him and he knew where he was even before he opened his eyes. He felt a million grains of sand, hot against his body, feeling fatigued as if he had been training his body non-stop. He heard the waves quietly drifting on the sand and the seagulls flying above him. Arthur opened his eyes only to be amazed by his surroundings. It was like continuing a dream after waking up. He stood up with difficulty and tried to recollect his thoughts as they were swirling. “Where am I and how did I get here?” Arthur thought to himself feeling puzzled and curious. As night approached, Arthur stood up feeling hungry and thirsty, worried from …show more content…

With his knowledge as a sailor and the small raft he built, Arthur was able to get back home safely and see his wife after a short period of time, which seemed too long for her. He then told his wife about his journey and how he managed to regain his memories. Arthur decided to live with his wife in that island away from people, where life was harsh and unfair. As he got on his boat accompanied by his wife and ready to leave, he heard an old friend of his that was a sailor speak about an island that people thought was a myth. An island that would invite its visitors and would give a chance to those who enter it and are in need but only with a test of courage to see if they are worthy. Arthur then realized who that mysterious person that was knocking on his door