Your hero's journey begins at Jesus College, Oxford. You choose the door that is
[[Most mysterious->Taking Up the Call]]
[[Most habitual->Refusing the Call]]
[[Most reliable->Refusing the Call]]
You have chosen to take the front door by the porter's office. You decide to take it easy today, what do you do to unwind?
[[Jog by the Thames->The Mentor]]
[[Drink at the White House pub->The Mentor]]
[[Hike the hill that overlooks Oxford Castle]]
You end up at the private side door that opens to Ship Street, where you can easily slip out unnoticed. You’re ready to take on the day--where do you go first?
[[The local pub to find out about town gossip]]
[[The university centre to meet up with friends]]
[[The Pitt Rivers museum to explore]]
Your friends approach you at the pub and ask if you want to:
[[Participate in a friendly rowing race on the Thames]]
[[Attend a political debate at the Divinity School]]
Once you meet up with your friends, you start discussing the classes you have that week. Which are you most excited for?
[[Chemistry]]
[[Animal Science]]
[[Self-Defense]]
You head to the Pitt Rivers Museum and are amazed at all the strange and wonderful objects. Which exhibit catches your attention the most?
[[The animals]]
[[The miniature models]]
As you wander past into the animal exhibit, you notice that the animals are posed as if they were alive. Suddenly, you realize that they ARE alive and moving. The giant T-Rex is particularly scary and makes you feel rather helpless. However, the famous Ashmolean dodo offers his aid by asking if you would rather
[[Become large enough to confront the T-Rex]]
[[Become small enough to stealthily avoid the T-Rex’s notice]]
The miniature models are attractive to you because
[[You like pretending that you are either a tiny person who could live in the models or imagining that you are a giant monster like Godzilla wreaking havoc on the the mini towns]]
[[You are amazed by the historical value of these snapshots into our past and enjoy learning more about the cultures the models represent]]
You grow to a size large enough to intimidate the T-Rex and save the creatures. With your new height, everything in Oxford seems small and less scary. Your hero’s journey has made you realize that the things that were intimidating to you before are not so powerful after all. Along the way, you have learned that being big and powerful is something that should be used to do good. You are a hero who recognizes that perspective is important in understanding how to use your power well.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Alice]] You shrink to the size of the smallest animals in the room, which helps you team up with them to successfully challenge the T-Rex. Your hero’s journey has taught you to consider the perspectives of others and to value their opinions, no matter how strange or seemingly insignificant. You are a hero who knows not to underestimate the smallest of the crowd.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Alice]]You enjoy the miniature models because they help you envision the things you have learned about in books and classes. Buddhist temples, viking ships, and indigenous housing structures that you’ve only read about now take form and take on their own life. You learn that this creative complement to the traditional education you’ve received is still a lesson in valuing an imaginative perspective.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Alice]] While rowing against your friends, one of them capsizes while in the lead. Do you:
[[Continue rowing, anticipating that one of your other friends will help them]]
[[Stop rowing to help them yourself]]
While at the debate, the speaker discusses controversial topics. You question the supporting evidence he uses. While listening, you observe your friends nodding. Do you:
[[Question the speaker about their perspective during the Q&A portion]]
[[Ask your friends privately why they support the speaker]]
You win the race! Congratulations! As a hero, your perseverance is admirable. You prove your ability to remain level headed by making rational decisions and addressing situations objectively.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Malcolm]]Your care for your friend is noble. As a hero, you make sacrifices in order to protect those that you care about, especially when they are most vulnerable.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Malcolm]]You have the courage to express your opinions with confidence. As a hero, you respect authority figures yet are not afraid to question their beliefs.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Malcolm]]You have the courage to express your opinions with confidence. As a hero, you respect your friends yet are not afraid to stand up to them.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Malcolm]]As you try to keep to yourself, a stranger approaches and asks for your help. As you talk to them, you are intrigued by their
[[Wisdom]]
[[Unconventional Perspective]]
Your new mentor asks you to meet his friends with him at the Eagle and Child pub. Once you arrive, they task you with carrying a precious item along a tour of your choosing, what tour do you choose?
[[The Hidden Passages Tour]]
[[The Garden Tour]]
You chat with the stranger for a bit and they proceed to ask you out on a date. What do you two do together?
[[Attend a yoga class]]
[[A stroll through Blackwells chatting about history]]After a relaxing break overlooking Oxford,
you head back to work at the Covered Market Flower Shop. However, on your way, you stop by the
[[Antique store]]
[[Grand Cafe]]
While in Chemistry class later that day, you are dismayed to discover that your professor seems to have a personal vendetta against you, your friends, and the students struggling most in the class. How do you react?
[[Help other students who are struggling]]
[[Approach the professor after class]]
While on a field trip for your animal science class, you’re given specific instructions on how to interact with the animals. What do you do?
[[Follow the instructions]]
[[Disregard what you’ve been told and approach the animal anyways]]While in self defense class, you are forced to do an exercise to help you face your fears. How do you approach this difficult situation?
[[Focus on turning what makes you scared into a different form]]
[[Focus on something that brings you joy]]
By choosing to help others, you build strong relationships with your classmates. Although you get in trouble with the professor, you recognize when listening to authority isn’t necessarily the best option. You are a hero who is willing to stand up for those who can’t stand up for themselves.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by-->Harry Potter]]
When you approach the professor, you share your thoughts on how his unfair treatment of students is getting in the way of their education. Although not much changes in your relationship, you have proven to be a courageous hero who will stand up for what they believe in.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by-->Harry Potter]]You approach the animal cautiously, and are able to gain its trust. Your professor thanks you for setting a great example. You have shown to be a hero who knows when to take advice and respects others’ boundaries, including animals.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by-->Harry Potter]]As you step closer to the animal, you ignore the proper protocol, causing it to spook and injure you. You end up at the John Radcliffe Hospital with a broken arm. Make no mistake, this was entirely your fault, and not the animal’s ([[little bitch]]).By imagining what you fear being changed into a different form (even if it’s a ridiculous one), you change your perception of the situation and are able to conquer your fear and power through. You are a hero who is able to find productive ways of overcoming obstacles.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by-->Harry Potter]]You distract your mind from the fear that’s holding you back by picturing a moment that brings you joy. You are a hero who is brave enough to conquer your fears and overcome obstacles by focusing on the positive things in your life.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by-->Harry Potter]]Your tour guide gives you the choice to stay with the rest of the group for the guided tour or break from the group and explore the other path on your own. Which do you choose?
[[Stay with group]]
[[Explore on your own]]
As you head to the tour, you get on the bus and you realize one of the previous travelers left their jacket behind. You see them walking away and notice the bus is about to leave. What do you do?
[[You get off the bus and run after them and risk missing the tour]]
[[You give the jacket to the bus driver for safekeeping and stay on the bus]]You miss your tour but find another group that wants to visit the Radcliffe Camera (one does simply walk into Mordor) and invites you to join them on their journey because they admire your character. You are a hero who is willing to make personal sacrifices because of your commitment for the greater good, which keeps you in the company of people who will have your back.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Frodo]]You are a hero who is caring but also committed to following through with your plans.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Frodo]]While exploring with the group, you gain friendships and become a hero that is able to cooperate with others and form a fellowship.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Frodo]]After you have explored the path on your own, you gain an independence that you didn’t know you had. You are a hero that is brave enough to make your own path regardless of what others have chosen for you and with that, carry the fate of Middle Earth.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Frodo]]Once at the yoga class you are given an option to
[[Take the class privately with your date]]
[[Take the group class with your date where you can meet more friends and interact with different people]]
Once inside Blackwells with your date you make a beeline to a specific section. Which section do you head towards?
[[The chemistry section because you want to learn more about their career and interests]]
[[The history section, to open up the conversation about a subject you are passionate about]]
You share a long conversation where you learn a lot about them, and discover shared interests. After spending time learning about each other, you develop a close relationship. You are a hero who recognizes that relationships require getting to know one another.
[[Your hero's journey is (sort of) inspired by->Diana]]After the conclusion of your date you take a peaceful walk by yourself. You end up at the Bodleian where spend the remainder of your evening flipping through historical manuscripts. You realize that although you enjoyed your time with your date you are more satisfied with your time alone. You are a hero who is fiercely independent and forges their own path regardless of others.
[[Your hero's journey is an alternative for->Diana]]You’ve gotten to know your date very well and have gained a strong ally in your journey. You are a hero who feels most empowered by being part of a partnership.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Diana]]By taking a group class you are able to connect with many different types of people who you continue to spend time with outside of yoga class. You are a hero who values community as well as understanding other people's perspectives.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Diana]]At the antique shop, you are reminded that you still do not have a present for a friend’s upcoming birthday. There are many items at the antique shop from which you choose
[[A delicate but beautiful figurine]]
[[A misshapen but practical vase]]You briefly stop by the Grand Cafe for a cup of tea. When you just finish up, a mystic old woman makes her way across the room to you. She says she can read one’s future in tea leaves and offers to read yours. You hope she will predict that you will have
[[A career that is the most stable]]
[[A career that makes you the happiest]]
You give the figurine to your friend, who is delighted by its delicate beauty and whimsical charm. You have an aesthetic eye and an appreciation for appearances. You are a hero who can recognize the simple beauty of things.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Sophie]]It turns out that odd vase is part of a rare collection worth thousands of dollars. Your friend is overjoyed by such good fortune and is incredibly grateful for such a rare gift. Through your hero’s journey, you have the ability to see past appearances and appreciate the subtle charms of things. You have an open mind in first impressions and are slow to judge. You are a hero who can look beyond outward appearances and recognize that true value is from the inside.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Sophie]]You find a job as an accountant and though it is often routine, you do not fear instability or uncertainty. This job allows you to pay off your debts and build a solid foundation for the future. You realize the importance of certainty and safety. Through your hero’s journey, you plan and take measured steps so that you and your loved ones may stay consistent even when times are tough. You are a hero who values consistency and is willing to sacrifice temporary thrills in order to protect yourself.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Sophie]]You start working as a house flipper. Although the work volume and income may vary each month, this is your dream job and you look forward to every day of work. You are willing to take chances and be bold even if other factors are uncertain. Through your hero’s journey, you have learned to be confident in your abilities and be certain in who you are. You are a hero who has confidence in yourself and is unafraid to take risks.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Sophie]]Malcolm from Philip Pullman's *La Belle Sauvage*Harry Potter from J.K. Rowling's *Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban*
***expecto patronum!***You’re a Draco.
That’s not a good thing.
Alice from Lewis Carroll's *Alice in Wonderland*
***curiouser and curiouser!***Sophie Hatter from Diana Wynne Jones's *Howl's Moving Castle*Frodo Baggins from J.R.R. Tolkein's *The Fellowship of the Ring*Diana Bishop from Deborah Harkness's *A Discovery of Witches*You are a student at Jesus College, Oxford. As you embark on your day in the city, your decisions will shape the course of your journey and prove what kind of hero you are.
The stories in this game are inspired by the journeys and themes explored in the works of Lewis Carroll, J.K. Rowling, J.R.R. Tolkein, Deborah Harkness, and Philip Pullman, all authors who were inspired themselves by the magic of Oxford.
[[BEGIN THE JOURNEY->Start Here]]
Created by Leia Yen, Katie Reddick, Angelica Schiesari, Brooke Yamamoto, Hannah Michaelson, and Jonathan Berg for Dr. Karma Waltonen's "Oxford: Portal to Fantasy" literature class.
July 25, 2019The miniature models are the playground for your imagination. And because of that, you are able to tell stories about the exhibit that enrapture the attention of your audiences, even little kids who usually don’t like museums. You are a hero who recognizes the value of creativity and fun, which helps you find innovative solutions reflecting alternative points of view.
[[Your hero's journey is inspired by->Alice]]