23. Element 1
The main character is a hero, who is often possessed of supernatural abilities or qualities.

24. Element 2
The hero is charged with a quest (journey)

25. Element 3
The hero is tested, often to prove the worthiness of himself and his quest (challenges)

26. Element 4
The presence of numerous mythical beings, magical and helpful animals, and human helpers and companions

27. Element 5
The hero’s travels take him to a supernatural world, often one that normal human beings are barred from entering (abyss)

28. Element 6
The cycle must reach a low point where the hero nearly gives up his quest or appears defeated (often in the abyss)

29. Element 7
A resurrection & transformation

30. Element 8
Restitution. Often this takes the form of the hero regaining his rightful place on the throne (the return, with or without a gift, atonement also happens at this point)

40. Prepositional Phrases
Compound Words
Prepositional Phrases
Possessives
Sky-candle (sun)
Whale-road (ocean)
Ring-giver (king)
Gold-ringed (king’s followers)
dew (blood)
Sea stallion (ship)
Wolf of wounds (warrior)
Winters of grief (mourning)
Shepard of evil (Grendel or devil)
Storm of swords (battle)
Guardian of the people (king)
Path of the sea (river)
Seabird’s bath (ocean)
Ocean’s face (waves or shore)
Heaven’s joy (morning)
Arrow’s storm (attack)
Water’s chain (frost)
’s torch (sword)

41. a teacher Police a bus driver Pop tarts Firemen Music Television Love
Create modern day Kennings for the following:
a teacher
Police
a bus driver
Pop tarts
Firemen
Music
Television
Love
Meatloaf
computer