Annotation: Page 127-141

Summary:
In Stage Five Vogler discusses the hero crossing the first threshold which is defined as when the hero commits for the first time to the adventure. There are three basic aspects to the first threshold which include approaching the guardian, threshold guardians, the crossing, and the rough landing.

In the second half of the reading Vogler discusses the allies and enemies encountered during the journey. Vogler implies that at sometime point during the journey the hero will come across an ally to help him accomplish his mission and a enemy that stands in his way.

Reaction:
In my opinion the first threshold can be applied to the heroes journey as Vogler does, but also anything that we encounter in life we must decide whether to partake in or not. Like most aspects of Vogler's heroes journey the crossing the threshold and allies and enemies are instruments that affect every individuals life and decision.

Reflection:
In this particular reading I can really relate to Vogler's text on the heroes journey. I can remember various instances where I had to make vital decisions on whether or not to cross the first threshold. Also I can remember instances where I faced enemies and allies whom I encountered on various journey's. These particular aspects of the heroes journey's can be applied to almost all of life's journey's.

Questions
1. Do all journey's experience the rough landing?

2. Can allies and sidekicks be considered the same things?

3. Vogler defines waterholes as local bars or saloons, can they define any other establishments?