The Heroes of Olympus is a five-book series focusing on teenage demigods who live in modern times and are the children of the ancient Greek and Roman gods. The seven Greek and Roman demigods must work together to leave their home camps in the United States and travel to the ancient lands in Rome and Greece. There, they must battle many enemies, especially the primordial goddess Gia, who wants to destroy the gods and the world as we know it. Once they accomplish this giant task, they return home and improve the demigod world by uniting the Greek and Roman camps in the United States.

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In 3–5 sentences, explain the elements from the description that illustrate the common patterns of a hero’s journey.

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The Heroes of Olympus series follows the common pattern of a hero's journey by featuring a group of teenage demigods who are called to adventure, in this case, leaving their home camps and traveling to Rome and Greece to face their enemies. They are guided by mentor figures, such as the satyr Coach Hedge and the goddess Athena, who provide them with guidance and support throughout their journey. Along the way, the demigods overcome various obstacles and challenges, like battling monsters and facing their own fears, ultimately leading them to a greater understanding of themselves and their place in the world. This journey culminates in a final showdown, where they must confront and defeat the main antagonist, Gia, in order to bring peace and unity to their world.

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