Dating as far back as the 9th century, the path a character takes in a story to become a hero has not varied greatly. The details surrounding the character, such as his lifestyle, time period and others, deviate greatly however the underlying theme of the journey remains constant. There is always a path that is involved in making this journey, whether it may take them years or days, they complete it in some way. One extreme yet similar example of this is King Arthur and Luke Skywalker. The time period in which each lived differs vastly, but their guide in life, the mentor, similar humble beginnings, and their unique way of acquiring an heirloom all prove to be quite similar.
Aiding Arthur was a trustworthy and wise person who had been of help even for his father. His presence was greatly appreciated and respected and for that he was the advisor through the reigns of Pendragon, Uther and Arthur. "Merlin became chief advisor, and often assisted the king by his magical arts." In Skywalker's life, he too had a mentor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, who worked with his father, Anikin Skywalker. Obi-Wan taught and trained Skywalker as did Merlin to Arthur. The guidance each of these mentors provides will help both in obtaining the goal the want to achieve. Both mentors also end up leaving their pupil to fight their destiny alone. As both Arthur and Skywalker were alone in the end, they were also alone in the beginning of their lives. .
They began their lives unaware of the destiny they were about to fulfill. Arthur grew up alone after his father died when he was 15 and was the squire to Sir Kay. "Arthur, who was at that time serving in the capacity of a squire to his foster-brother, Sir Kay- Skywalker grew up without a father entirely and was raised by his aunt and uncle as a farmer. Both were unaware that people so ordinary as they were could rule a kingdom or save the galaxy. Yet through their journeys, they both begin to realize that they are not as ordinary as the once thought.
One particular character is Luke Skywalker from Star Wars. ... Luke Skywalker lives with his aunt and uncle on a farm. Luke wants to be a pilot but his uncle has been holding him back from joining the academy so that Luke can help out on the farm. ... Luke figures that she means Ben Kenobi, who is an old man that lives on Luke's planet. ... Knowing this, Luke declines Ben's offer. ...
The Comparison Between King Arthur and Darth Vader King Arthur and Darth Vader's childhood backgrounds are similar in many ways. Since the time of his birth, King Arthur was raised by a sorcerer, named Merlin. ... Like Arthur, Darth Vader, known as Anakin Skywalker when he was a boy, was taken at a young age to live with two Jedi Knights. ... Darth Vader and King Arthur recognized they had powers while growing up. ... King Arthur was announced the youngest king in his era after pulling the sword from the stone. ...
His real name was Anakin Skywalker. He was Luke Skywalker's father. ... Anakin Skywalker was an expert pilot, hero of the Clone Wars, and a student of the wise Jedi Knight, Obi-Wan-Kenobi. ... When Vader revealed that The Rebellion's newest ally was his own son, Luke Skywalker, both the emperor and himself, wanted to convert him to the Dark Side. ... "Come with me Luke. ...
This first mission helped the farm boy, Luke Skywalker, to realize what he wanted to do with the rest of his life. ... It is a powerful symbol that gives Luke Skywalker the right to challenge authority. ... Another powerful weapon that Luke Skywalker learns to use to his advantage would be the infamous Force. ... As the Death Star closes in on the Rebel base, Luke Skywalker trusts his feelings and uses the Force to fire the shot heard 'round the galaxy. ... In the movie, Luke Skywalker is inspired by Obi-Wan Kenobi. ...
It can be argued that all the events leading up to Han's escape merely build up the meaning of his escape by the hands of the hero, Luke Skywalker. ... Solo was the last to believe in him, and this comment proves that now, even Han Solo believes that Luke Skywalker has the potential to be something. The hero's crucial struggle comes in the form of Luke Skywalker's final battle against the leviathan, his father, Darth Vader. ... Luke Skywalker realizes his true self, finally understands the deeper truths, and becomes forever changes. ... This holds true in Luke Skywalk...
It is the "foce" that flows through human life.(1) This is exactly what Luke's teacher advises to him, "Be one with the force, Luke".(For example during the scene when Luke Skywalker is trying to avoid the laser blasts from the flying machine, but he is unsuccessful.) When Obi-wan Kenobi puts on a helmet to blind Luke, he then tells him to feel the force, and luke sucessfully defends himself. ...
In this story, the warrior, hero from the original series (Luke Skywalker) established his own Jedi Academy. ... The twins (Jaina and Jacen) became Skywalker's pupils and learned the mysterious ways of the force and how to use it for good. ... Brakiss, a former student of Skywalker has now turned to the dark side and established The Shadow Academy. ... Brakiss tried to convince Skywalker to surrender. Luke refused, they fought and Luke remained supreme. ...
In a hurry, and desperate for money, Hon makes a deal with Obe-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker. ... Luke Skywalker is a young boy who lives with his uncle and aunt on the planet of tootine or, as he says, "Stuck on this small corner of the universe." ... Hon Solo calles Luke a kid, thus shows no respect for Luke. ... There teamwork shows how they have improved the battle of good vs evil in these efforts against the Death Star. 3. ... Through his time and experiences with Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Obe-Wan Kenobi, R2-d2, C-P30, and the rest of the rebellion, he learns trust and friends...
The spirit of Star Wars lies within Luke Skywalker's quest to battle evil. ... So Luke does not take up the command. ... During these scenes, Darth Vader attempted to deceive Luke and his crew, and it is Luke that submits to the trickery. ... (Hood 2001: 1) There are many inspirations for the name of Luke Skywalker, some say that it is simply Lucas" alter ego but there is strong evidence to prove that Norse mythology played apart in Lucas" decision to include the name, Skywalker. In Norse mythology, Skywalker was one of the names for Loki. ...
