Large Scale Conventions
Tags & Description
Large Scale Conventions
long narrative
based on traditional legend
heroes
divine/supernatural intervention
dignified style
Small Scale Conventions
invocation of Muse
begin in medias res (in the middle of things)
similes
catalogs
ecphrasis (detailed description of art)
kudos (Heroic code)
thirst for praise --> ambition
timē (Heroic code)
thirst for fame --> ambition
aristeia (Heroic code)
“great achievements”; display of outstanding valor and prowess --> self-esteem based on status, reputation, external-validation
geras (Heroic code)
war-prizes, spoils, booty --> self-esteem based on status, reputation, external-validation