The Lakeside Writer's Guild

What are the characteristics of a hero? There are countless definitions of heroes in our world, but most people's ideas about the characteristics of a hero are fairly consistent. When envisioning the ideal hero, the average person might picture a selfless individual who shows bravery in the face of defeat and is willing to beat overwhelming odds. Most people think of movie stars or professional athletes as heroes but most of these people are not good role models.
Heroes are brave, determined, loyal, and are willing to risk their lives for another person. They go above and beyond what's expected of them, and beyond their duty in order to help those in need.
Courtney