Quest
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| + | A '''quest''' is a journey towards a goal used in [[mythology]] and [[literature]] as a [[Plot (narrative)|plot]]. Quests can be found in the folklore of every nation. In [[literature]], the objects of quests require great exertion on the part of the [[hero]], and the overcoming of many obstacles, typically including much [[travel]]. | ||
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| + | This travel also allows the storyteller to showcase exotic locations and cultures, which may, indeed, be the writer's objective if not the characters. | ||
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| + | *[[Fantasy tropes and conventions]] | ||
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A quest is a journey towards a goal used in mythology and literature as a plot. Quests can be found in the folklore of every nation. In literature, the objects of quests require great exertion on the part of the hero, and the overcoming of many obstacles, typically including much travel.
This travel also allows the storyteller to showcase exotic locations and cultures, which may, indeed, be the writer's objective if not the characters.
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