The Hero’s Journey and Video Games: What is it Like to be the Hero?
On the remote Spanish island of Valdelobos, government agent Leon S. Kennedy, escorted by two local police officers, begins his mission of rescuing the president’s daughter. His journey is as follows: Act Campbell (1949) I. Departure The Call to Adventure The president’s daughter is kidnapped and brought to the remote Spanish island Valdelobos. Leon is dispatched there to rescue her. Refusal of the Call The police escort taking Leon to the village goes pee in the forest. He stays in the car as he had just been told about missing people in the area. Supernatural Aid He steps out of the car after hearing screams, guided to the village by a trail of blood. The Crossing of the First Threshold After being attacked by a random man, Leon comes to a village square where the ritualistic burning of the police officer is taking place. Belly of the Whale The zombie-like villagers make their way into the church after the bell toil allowing Leon to explore the area. Eventually he comes across ...