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Heroic fantasy is a sub-genre of fantasy literature which chronicles the tales of heroes and their conquests in imaginary lands. Typically it emphasizes the conflict between good and evil. Frequently, the protagonist is reluctant to be a champion. The term is often used to avoid the garish overtones of sword-and-sorcery.
Since its beginnings, heroic fantasy has evolved. While it was at first all about heroes (from Greek or German mythology to Tolkien, through Arthurian tales), it now features both multiple-viewpoints stories by, for instance, George R. R. Martin and the ability to make fun of itself.
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