Archetype:Rare True Hero

> You are extraordinary, my sons. Unlike anything the world has ever seen. Bowed in greatness, destined to protect the people of New York!
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> Master Splinter to the Ninja Turtles (Paramount's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)

> "Fine work, my boy! You've done it! You're a true hero."
> "You were willing to give your life to rescue this young woman."
> "For a true hero isn't measured by the size of his strength, but by the strength of his heart.
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> Zeus and Hera to Hercules (Hercules)

> I’m nobody. I came because I have no choice. I came to save my home, and the people that I love.
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> Aquaman (DC Extended Universe)

> A necessary sacrifice to bring peace to this planet. We cannot let the humans pay for our mistakes. It's been an honor serving with you all. Autobots, roll out!
>
> Optimus Prime (Transformers)

The ability to **use the powers and characteristics of a true hero archetype.** Note that this is essentially a definition of an archetype. Advanced version of Heroic. Opposite to Dark Lord. Not to be confused with ***Messiah***.

## Also Called

* Benevolent One
* Blazing/Shining/Radiant/Luminous Hero
* Emperor/Hero/Lord of Light/Righteousness
* Light/White Lord/Knight
* Paragon of Virtue
* True Patriot/Heroine/Warrior/Soldier/Superhero/Superheroine

## Properties

The user is a true hero, a person who lives to help others, but in a way that shows those people how to help themselves, in the face of danger, combats adversity through impressive feats of ingenuity, bravery or strength, often sacrificing their own personal concerns for a greater good. They possess benevolent abilities and often command loyal friends, allies, and followers.

These individuals also love to spread freedom, redemption, and hope to others that are wrongfully enslaved by evil rulers even towards the evil rulers themselves. Anyone can be a True Hero; some are human, basically chosen ones, many have *true* and *just* nature, and certain holders of the title are actually manifestations of their true, righteous goodness that lies within themselves.

True heroes and dark lords are famously known as the perfect enemies throughout the fictional universe and reality.

## Associated Powers

* Deity Soul: Some may have divine possession, thus becoming literal manifestations of their inner god.
* Demon Slayer: May have train/ability to slay demonic entities.
* Heroic Luck: User is fairly lucky in he situations that assist them in times of need.
* Hypercompetence: Some users have unsurpassed talents and skills.
* Immortality: Some users gain eternal life.
* Invulnerability: Users are usually impervious to conventional attacks and weaponry.
* ***Magic***: Wield all forms of Good and Neutral magic.
	+ Aether Magic: Master the essence that flows through most of existence.
	+ Angelic Magic: Master angelic magic.
	+ Animancy: Use magic that revolves around the living.
	+ Blessing Magic: Use magic to bless things.
	+ Creation Magic: Use magic to recreate what was destroyed.
	+ Divine Magic: Use magic that revolves around divinity.
	+ Dream Magic: Use magic to bring the best dreams to life.
	+ Elemental Magic: Use magic to manipulate the elements.
		- Light Magic: Use magic to spread light.
	+ Exorcism Magic: Use magic to free people from possession.
	+ Faith Magic: Use magic to help people be faithful.
	+ Fertility Magic: Use magic to make land, living things & plants fertile.
	+ Holy-Fire Magic: Use magic to manipulate holy-fire.
	+ Hope Magic: Use magic to spread & be empowered by hope.
	+ Love Magic: Use magic to spread & be empowered by love.
	+ Medical Magic: Use magic to make medicine.
	+ Music Magic: Use magic to spread utopian music.
	+ Mysticism: Master the purest kind of magic.
		- Religious: Use mysticism that revolves around religion.
			* **Abrahamic/Monotheistic**
				+ Christian: Use mysticism that revolves around Christianity.
				+ Islamic: Use mysticism that resolves around Islamic.
				+ Jewish: Use mysticism that resolves around Jewish.
				+ Zoroastrian: Use mysticism that resolves around Zoroastrian.
			* **Pagan/Polytheistic**
				+ African: Use mysticism that resolves around African.
				+ Buddhist: Use mysticism that resolves around Buddhist.
				+ Celtic: Use mysticism that resolves around Celtic.
				+ Egyptian: Use mysticism that resolves around Egyptian.
				+ Greco-Roman: Use mysticism that resolves around Greco-Roman.
				+ Hindu: Use mysticism that resolves around Hindu.
				+ **Incan**: Use mysticism that resolves around Incan.
				+ Mesoamerican: Use mysticism that resolves around Mesoamerican.
				+ Native American: Use mysticism that resolves around Native American.
				+ Norse: Use mysticism that resolves around Norse.
				+ Romani: Use mysticism that resolves around Romani.
				+ Shinto: Use mysticism that revolves around the Shinto religion.
				+ **Slavic**: Use mysticism that resolves around Slavic.
				+ Taoist: Use mysticism that revolves around Taoism.
				+ Voodoo: Use mysticism that resolves around Voodoo.
	+ Nature Magic: Use magic to keep nature balanced.
	+ Order Magic: Use magic to maintain order.
	+ Peace Magic: Use magic to preserve peace.
	+ Purification Magic: Use the magic of salvation.
	+ Pure Alchemy: Use magic to create pure elixirs and potions.
	+ Pure Aura Magic: Master magic of pure aura.
	+ Pure Chi Magic: Master magic of pure chi.
	+ Restoration Magic: Use magic that revolves around the restoration.
	+ Shamanism: Use magic to perceive, contact, and bargain or control the spiritual world
	+ Ultimate Alchemy: can use the absolute strongest version of alchemy.
* Nigh-Omnipotence (Nigh-Absolute Level): True Heroes tend to possess God-like powers.
	+ Energy Manipulation: Manipulate and control pure energy.
	+ Light Manipulation: Many users wield vast powers of light.
	+ Omnibenevolence (Nigh Absolute/Absolute Level)
	+ Psionics: True heroes are known to have many mental abilities.
		- Mental Manipulation: Control the minds of virtually anyone.
		- Telekinesis: Manipulate any and all forms of matter mentally.
		- Telepathy: Send thoughts as messages across great distances.
	+ Pure Element Manipulation: Command light elements.
* Pure Heart: True heroes are never measured by the size of their strength but by the size of their heart.
* Self-Resurrection: Even if destroyed, users can return to life.
* Special Power: Some users may have a special power specifically meant for heroes.
* True Power: Some users may have untapped power ***within*** themselves.
* Undying Heroism: Some users remain completely heroic until the very end.
* White Arts: True Heroes' staple; mastering the aspects of good magic.

## Relationships

* ***Chivalric Knight***: Many heroes possess an innate ability to manifest great courage and nobility at all times, especially in the face of adversity. Showing a great virtue in selflessness and compassion for others and destroying all things evil.
	+ (*Example: Jack*, *Samurai Jack*)
* Counterpart: Often, the counterpart does something that gets the true hero they are a counterpart of in trouble in some way, and the hero has to fix that. They may also be rivals or otherwise enemies to the true hero.
	+ (*Example: Shadow the Hedgehog*, *Sonic the Hedgehog)*
* Rebel: Usually, their desire for justice or retribution against the tyranny and cruelty of others. Driving many in a revolution to fight against the darkest beings who have nothing but greed and corruption in themselves. Liberation others for the cause of freedom, justice, and righteousness.
	+ (*Example: Monkey D. Dragon, One Piece)*
* Thief: Many heroes are thieves robing from the rich & giving to the poor while fighting against tyranny.
	+ (Example: Robin of Loxley, Robin Hood)
* Traitor: The true hero may have been friends of the traitor, until the traitor betrayed the true hero or the group, they were both part of. The true hero may seek vengeance or seek to turn the traitor in for their crimes.
	+ (*Example: Shin*, *Fist of the North Star)*
* True Friend: Many heroes are true friends to all in need, always honest, kind, and true to all. They always make friends and bringing out the best in people and recognize the power of friendship.
	+ (*Example: Sora*, *Kingdom Hearts*.

## Example Characters

*See Also: The Cape, The Paragon, Ideal Hero,* *The Hero*

### Cartoons/Comics

* Avatars (*Avatar series*)
	+ Aang
	+ Korra
	+ Wan
* Ben Tennyson (*Ben 10 series*)
* Bruce Wayne/Batman (*DC Comics*)
* Diana/Wonder Woman (*DC Comics*)
* Kal-El/Clark Joseph Kent/Superman (*DC Comics*)
* Richard Dick Grayson/Robin-00I/Nightwing (DC Comics)
* Green Lanterns (*DC Comics*)
	+ Hal Jordan
	+ John Stewart
* Rex Salazar (*Generator Rex*)
* Peter Parker/Spider-Man (*Marvel Comics*)
* Ninja Turtles (*Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles*)

### Live Television/Movies

* Hercules (*Disney's Hercules*)
* Po (*Kung Fu Panda*)
* Peter Parker/Spider-Man (*Marvel Cinematic Universe*)
* Tony Stark/Iron Man (*Marvel Cinematic Universe*)
* Jedi Grandmasters (*Star Wars*)
	+ Yoda
* Luke Skywalker (*Star Wars*)
* Optimus Prime (*Transformers film series*)

### Video Games

* Sonic (*Sonic the Hedgehog*)
* Mario (*Mario Kart Wii*)

## Gallery

### Cartoons/Comics

ATLA Aang.pngAang (Avatar: The Last Airbender) was an exceptionally noble, peaceful, and heroic figure. Always striving to do what's right, seeing all life as sacred, and never trying to hurt or kill anyone, even those who deserve punishment.Ben Tennyson.pngDespite his immaturity, Ben Tennyson (Ben 10) has proven to be a noble hero through his years.Wwc03-sup.jpgKnown as the world's greatest hero, Kal-El/Clark Kent/Superman (DC Comics) is not just known for his powers, but for his patriotism towards all of humanity.Hercules-and-Megara.jpgAfter Hercules (Disney's Hercules) risked his soul to save Megaera in the underworld, Hercules achieved his dream and became a true hero, restoring his godhood.True Hero by Peter Parker, Spider-Man.jpgPeter Parker/Spider-Man (Marvel Comics) has had many struggles in his life but always strives to do the right thing.

### Video Games

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