Vanyel Report post Posted September 24, 2007 (edited) Recently I've been watching a lot of fantasy movies and anime as well as reading fantasy books. It made me wonder what is an ultimate attribute of a hero. During my research I've decided that a true hero cannot live without a cloak. What's your opinion? Edited September 25, 2007 by Kheres Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sistema Report post Posted September 24, 2007 Hero characters usually have a weak spot which the ebil character tends to discover and start to threaten the hero with I think that's an attribute of a hero character. Cloaks aren't really attributes which seperate hero characters from the other characters in my opinion, but heroes look better with them than the others do, heheh.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2coolfool Report post Posted September 24, 2007 imo. the unique power is what makes a true hero stand out. deadly farts are pretty ebul Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Piper Report post Posted September 24, 2007 imo. the unique power is what makes a true hero stand out. deadly farts are pretty ebul Yeah, the eye candy for that might look pretty funny One more vote for the cloak from me Piper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kailomonkey Report post Posted September 24, 2007 I voted for lethal smile. Partly because the option was there but also because it kind of represents the one attribute of a true Hero... personality ...a Hero is a hero because he thinks differently to most. Maybe he/she has a determination, extreme courage (or lack of sense), a heart of vengence (or some other insane purpose). I also agree with Sis that a true hero will have a flaw, most likely related to the very reason he/she is a hero. A hero strives to do good despite their weakness, which the arch-enemy digs at to, perhaps to excersize their jealousy, in the hope others will stop idolising them. Perhaps one could say "what drives us is our weakness" bu... *rambles, trails off, wakes up and refocuses* Erm yea so... Determination is always a nice attribute in a hero, something that can inspire us as observers. And is made known to us when the hero meets their weakness and comes back with a smile. Lethal to an enemies wicked esteem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gohan Report post Posted September 24, 2007 His death. -Blee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mugwump Report post Posted September 25, 2007 I hung my chad on Other. Having hard time defining 'attribute' and the poll heading says "The item a true hero just cannot live with" as opposed to "live without".... sorry for being picky, but I do get the idea! I would think a True Hero would need to rely on 'Diplomacy', it's not a familiar gaming attribute, skill, or feature... but should be!! After all, a True Hero needs to end wars single-handedly and cause as few deaths as possible. A True Hero needs to diffuse volatile situations before they ignite! A True Hero needs to calm the populace and bring order to the community!! Of course Charm and Intelligence might make up for it..... If you're talking items, however, I would suggest a powerful potion created from 3 cans spinach, 6 cans beans! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roja Report post Posted September 25, 2007 hey you forgot a True Love Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest ohmygod Report post Posted September 25, 2007 The number of Archenemies (sic?) he has Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Learner Report post Posted September 25, 2007 Lots of luck so they can still win even after their enemies try to use thwier weakness against them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Enly Report post Posted September 25, 2007 Well, if you're talking an actual item... I'd have to go with cloak. However, an attribute of a true here is very different from any item I'd think. As roja stated, love. Very important for a hero. Also, a sense of purpose, a great achievement, a personality you can believe and relate to, yet they still have that aura of greatness around them. Those are the things every hero needs in my opinion. But.... if we're talking simple items, then no hero is complete without a cloak. It gives them that majestic heroish look Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trotter Report post Posted September 25, 2007 Recently I've been watching a lot of fantasy movies and anime as well as reading fantasy books. It made me wonder what is an ultimate attribute of a hero. During my research I've decided that a true hero cannot live without a cloak. What's your opinion? If you watch a lot of fantasy and anime you would know that the only thing a hero needs is themselves and their beliefs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grum Report post Posted September 25, 2007 An unhappy childhood, or an unknown past, and a certain sense of stupidity. "Mine is a long and a sad tale!" said the Mouse, turning to Alice, and sighing. "It IS a long tail, certainly," said Alice, looking down with wonder at the Mouse's tail; "but why do you call it sad?" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vanyel Report post Posted September 25, 2007 (edited) Recently I've been watching a lot of fantasy movies and anime as well as reading fantasy books. It made me wonder what is an ultimate attribute of a hero. During my research I've decided that a true hero cannot live without a cloak. What's your opinion? If you watch a lot of fantasy and anime you would know that the only thing a hero needs is themselves and their beliefs. Keep treating everything so serious and you will end smashed by a hero in cape and deadly farts as an unique power hung my chad on Other. Having hard time defining 'attribute' and the poll heading says "The item a true hero just cannot live with" as opposed to "live without".... sorry for being picky, but I do get the idea! I have no idea what you are talking about :P Edited September 25, 2007 by Kheres Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mugwump Report post Posted September 25, 2007 (edited) I have no idea what you are talking about :P A rogueish twinkle in the eye, and a smiley with tongue hanging out..... Roja, you make a grand point! All us He-Manly Heroes quiver and quake in our flip-flops without our True Love! Edited September 25, 2007 by Mugwump Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deified Report post Posted September 25, 2007 A clock, being in the right place at the right time is essential! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grimnir Report post Posted September 25, 2007 Good intentions, and the will to act on them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jezebelle Report post Posted September 25, 2007 well, thats easy..an honest heart ofcourse.. ^^ How would and could he have a true Love if he didnt, right Roja? Jez Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ateh Report post Posted September 25, 2007 A true hero wears thier underwear on the outside of thier pants because , well, whose going to argue with them about that ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kailomonkey Report post Posted September 26, 2007 Some more things... A good listener A true hero needs to know when he/she is needed. A catchphrase A true hero needs a witty catchphrase, something people can make a joke of sometimes too. A sense of humour No funny bone? That's a villain Villains only laugh at other's misery. A sidekick If not a sidekick then a romantic interest ...wow I have no more ramble left in me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Piper Report post Posted September 26, 2007 The problem with true love and heroes is: 1.) They get killed too soon to make him a hero, or, at least bring up a good story line 2.) They tend to become evil and turn out to be his most ebul enemy So i just stick on the cape for a true hero Piper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Infamous Report post Posted September 26, 2007 i think personality is an attribute of a hero. cloak ftw? i can put on a cloak and be a true hero? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Piper Report post Posted September 26, 2007 cloak ftw? i can put on a cloak and be a true hero? You didnt got it. You cant just wear a fur cloak and are a hero (well, you can try it, of course on your own risk..) But when you are a hero, you need a cool cloak just to prove it Piper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Infamous Report post Posted September 26, 2007 Dante from devil may cry doesn't have a cloak and is a hero ^^ naruto/ichigo/inuyasha neither (all anime characters if you wonder) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Piper Report post Posted September 26, 2007 So, what do they do? Have a skill like fire farting to prove that they are a hero? They should better see a doctor to solve their health problems (Still votes for the cloak ) Piper Share this post Link to post Share on other sites