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Refusal to Call

mcguirer7 — 2024-03-08 18:35:54 UTC

Simba didn't want his dad to die and felt at fault for it. Scar blames him and tells him to run away and to never return, so he refuses to come back.

Call to adventure

willier2026 — 2024-03-08 18:36:12 UTC

When Nala finds Simba she tells him that the beautiful world he lived in is now wrecked and destroyed by the hyenas and Scar.

Meeting the Mentor

mcguirer7 — 2024-03-08 18:42:52 UTC

In The Lion King Mufasa is clearly Simba's mentor. He educates him about the true meaning of bravery. This valuable piece of advice adds to Simba's brain which will later help him in his quest.

Crossing the threshold

willier2026 — 2024-03-08 18:46:38 UTC

After Scar kills Mufasa (a very emotional plot point in the story), Simba is forced to leave his 'ordinary world' and begin a journey of self-discovery

Ordinary World

mcguirer7 — 2024-03-08 18:47:08 UTC

The hero happily exists in the world they've always known, which sets the scene and is often boring but provides contrast for the protagonist's future growth. Mufasa, the king of Pride Rock, shows his son Simba (the hero), the savannah and teaches him about the delicate balance of the Circle of Life.

Temptation

mcguirer7 — 2024-03-08 18:50:42 UTC

Even though Simbas knows he must do whats right and return to his old home, he is tempted to stay in the jungle where life is easier and no one knows his previous mistakes.

Allies, trials, and enemies

willier2026 — 2024-03-08 18:51:54 UTC

Simba's tests through his journey were escaping the graveyard, fighting Scar, and accepting that his father died. Simba's enemies were Scar and the hyenas. Simba's allies were Nala, his family, all his lions at Pride Rock, Timon, Pumba, and Rafiki.

Approach to the Inmost Cave

mcguirer7 — 2024-03-08 18:52:37 UTC

Simba and Scar circle each other, preparing for their final showdown. Simba tries to banish Scar from the Pride Lands, but Scar kicks some flaming embers into Simba's eyes, starting a fight.

Reward

mcguirer7 — 2024-03-08 18:54:33 UTC

Simba's reward was winning back the throne and becoming King. Simba was also awarded his Queen Nala. They then had a cub together.

The Road Back

mcguirer7 — 2024-03-08 18:56:01 UTC

After the battle, Simba takes back his spot upon pride rock and reclaims his rightful place as king. Making him much more stronger. -Simba finally is able to take back his throne.

The Supreme Ordeal

willier2026 — 2024-03-08 18:56:03 UTC

In a marvelous cinematic moment, Simba sees his father in the skies, who makes him remember the purpose of his life. Because of this emotionally challenging moment, Simba, who allowed himself to drown in his new beliefs, resurfaces to face the reality.