Harry Potter and the sorcerer's stone: Hero's journey

Stage One: The Departure
1. The Call to Adventure
Harry leaves behind his life with his vicious aunt, uncle, and cousin in the Muggle World when he receives and reads the letter from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry asking him to enter the magical world on his 11th birthday.
2. Refusal of the Call
"'Hagrid,' he [Harry] said quietly, 'I think you must have made a mistake. I don't think I can be a wizard.'" (58) -From Harry Potter and the Scorcerer's Stone, J.K. Rowling
3. Supernatural Aid/Advice from a Mentor
Harry has a number of friends and mentors who guide him along his journey. The most prominent among these are Dumbledore, Hagrid, Ron, and Hermione. Hagrid helps Harry begin his journey and introduces him to the magical world, assisting him throughout the course of the story.
4. The Crossing of the Threshold
Harry must leave behind the Muggle World to enter the wizarding world. He crosses The Leaky Cauldron threshold with Hagrid and crosses the barrier to Platform 9 3/4 with the Weasleys.
5. The Belly of the Whale
The final separation of the hero from his known world - Harry appears ready to transform and willingly enters with the help of the Weasley family.
Stage Two: The Initiation
1. The Path of Trials
Once Harry enters the magical world of Hogwarts, he is faced with a series of challenges that test the strength of his character and ability. Some of the obstacles that he encounters include 'The Sorting,' performing magic, and making friends. Other more prominent trials Harry must overcome are Professor Quirrel's various antics in attempting to harm Harry, Fluffy, the three-headed dog guarding the trap door to the Sorcerer's Stone, and the chessboard.
2. The Temptation
Temptations that Harry faces include joining Slytherin House, flying, and pursuing the Mirror of Erised.
3. The Ultimate Boon
The rewards at the end of Harry's journey include the defeat of Voldemort, the protection of the Sorcerer's Stone, and the house cup victory.
Stage Three: The Return
1. Refusal of the Return
Harry does not want to leave Hogwarts because he does not want to return to the Dursleys and because he feels at home at Hogwarts.
2. The Magic Flight
Harry Potter returns to the Muggle World on the Hogwarts Express.
3. Crossing the Return Threshold
Harry travels through the entrance to Platform 9 3/4 and leaves the wizarding world to return to the Muggle World. Seeing the Dursleys marks his return to normal life.
4. Master of the Two Worlds
After completing his first year in the magical world, Harry has conquered life in the Muggle World and the wizarding world. He changes as a person and becomes a hero.
1. The Call to Adventure
Harry leaves behind his life with his vicious aunt, uncle, and cousin in the Muggle World when he receives and reads the letter from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry asking him to enter the magical world on his 11th birthday.
2. Refusal of the Call
"'Hagrid,' he [Harry] said quietly, 'I think you must have made a mistake. I don't think I can be a wizard.'" (58) -From Harry Potter and the Scorcerer's Stone, J.K. Rowling
3. Supernatural Aid/Advice from a Mentor
Harry has a number of friends and mentors who guide him along his journey. The most prominent among these are Dumbledore, Hagrid, Ron, and Hermione. Hagrid helps Harry begin his journey and introduces him to the magical world, assisting him throughout the course of the story.
4. The Crossing of the Threshold
Harry must leave behind the Muggle World to enter the wizarding world. He crosses The Leaky Cauldron threshold with Hagrid and crosses the barrier to Platform 9 3/4 with the Weasleys.
5. The Belly of the Whale
The final separation of the hero from his known world - Harry appears ready to transform and willingly enters with the help of the Weasley family.
Stage Two: The Initiation
1. The Path of Trials
Once Harry enters the magical world of Hogwarts, he is faced with a series of challenges that test the strength of his character and ability. Some of the obstacles that he encounters include 'The Sorting,' performing magic, and making friends. Other more prominent trials Harry must overcome are Professor Quirrel's various antics in attempting to harm Harry, Fluffy, the three-headed dog guarding the trap door to the Sorcerer's Stone, and the chessboard.
2. The Temptation
Temptations that Harry faces include joining Slytherin House, flying, and pursuing the Mirror of Erised.
3. The Ultimate Boon
The rewards at the end of Harry's journey include the defeat of Voldemort, the protection of the Sorcerer's Stone, and the house cup victory.
Stage Three: The Return
1. Refusal of the Return
Harry does not want to leave Hogwarts because he does not want to return to the Dursleys and because he feels at home at Hogwarts.
2. The Magic Flight
Harry Potter returns to the Muggle World on the Hogwarts Express.
3. Crossing the Return Threshold
Harry travels through the entrance to Platform 9 3/4 and leaves the wizarding world to return to the Muggle World. Seeing the Dursleys marks his return to normal life.
4. Master of the Two Worlds
After completing his first year in the magical world, Harry has conquered life in the Muggle World and the wizarding world. He changes as a person and becomes a hero.