Some say that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, Dan Ban found out the hard way that sometimes things kill you. It wasn't an immediate death, rather a slow breaking down of his spirit until eventually he suffered a fatal heart attack. Dan’s journey is one of sacrifice, success and inevitable failure. He spent his whole 11th grade year defeating opponents that came his way, from rhetorical analysis to arguments with sources, each one outmaneuvered with increased skill and intelligence. However despite his best efforts, he never achieved greatness, he came close, but never succeeded. Dan’s story is one that most can relate to, but only few truly understand.
Like many before it, this story begins with a tragedy. The death of summer hit young Dan hard, however what hurt him even more was the death of his infant grade in AP Language and Composition. …show more content…
Rhett blindsided Dan with an amnesia potion, making him forget all the skills he had learned from the great Dunbar. As Dan stumbled through the first half of the battle, it looked as it Rhett may claim the life of his grade. Dan persevered however, and was able to fight off Rhett as the amnesia wore off. As Archie mounted his final attack, Dan thought of the wisdom of Dunbar to give him strength. The potion has completely worn off now and Dan was able to defeat Archie with minimal errors, although it was a significantly more difficult battle than their previous encounter. Dans final battles proved that although he had increased his skill and knowledge, he was still susceptible to major failing if circumstances permitted. Although Dan's health was rapidly declining, he felt satisfied in his ability to protect the only thing he truly cared about: His Grade. Dan faded into oblivion feeling accomplished and prepared for what the afterlife may bring, he was even hopeful that he may one day challenge the AP God. But that is a tale for another