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DHASG 2025 Mega-ChallengeDuration: January 1-December 31, 2025
Option C--Paranormal Dangerous Heroes:
Current progress: 1/10-13
1. Angel or demon
2. God or demi-god
The Book of Azrael 9/4/20253. Werewolf or shapeshifter
4. Sorcerer/Wizard/Magician or Magic-User
5. Immortal Warrior
6. Alien/From Another World or Dimension
7. Vampire
8. Faerie (any Fae creature)
9. Genetically-Enhanced or altered hero (powers are not magical but scientific)
10. Time-Traveler
11. Superhero ( Includes caped crimefighter with powers)
12. Elemental (able to harness the powers of nature)
Bonus: Psychic/Telekinetic Abilities (doesn’t fit in above categories)
Bonus: Other (doesn’t fit into above categories)
DHASG 2024 Mega-Challenge
Duration: January 1-December 31, 2025
Description: This group was formed for love of dangerous heroes, so why not celebrate them as our flagship challenge? Read books for challenges designed around the essence of what makes a hero dangerous.
General Rules:
1. Books must be read between the time period of January 1st and December 31st of 2025. You can start as early as 12:00am on January 1st, and must be done by 11:59pm December 31st. A member can join the challenge at any point during the year.
2. The books you use do not have to be romance. If you read a fictional book of any kind with a hero that you feel is bad/edgy/dangerous enough to qualify, you can use them.
3. You can post your book selections at any time once the thread opens, and you may make changes up until the end of the year.
4. You cannot use a book more than once in a particular option. Books between options may overlap.
5. Please let the Challenge Coordinator know if you are signing up, and she will add you to the participant list. Please let the Coordinator know when you have finished your challenges for the year.
6. Participants can do as many of the options as they wish. If they decide to repeat challenges, that is fine, but they must use new books from those used in the first challenge. Please specify which challenges you are doing. Please repost your progress regularly.
7. Participants can change their options and books anytime during the challenge.
Challenge Options:
Option A--Spell Out Your Love!:
Instructions: For this Option, you can choose to spell out a dangerous hero-related phrase using only books with dangerous hero characters. You can use:
1. The first or last name of the author
2. The first letter of the book title (not including A, An, And, or The)
3. If you choose your own acronym and it contains the letter X, the word can have X anywhere in its spelling. Other letters much be used in the specified manner.
4. You can even use the hero’s first or last name, but only once.
Here are your choices (you can do however many you like throughout the year).
Spelling Choices:
1. I LIKE THEM RUTHLESS (17 letters)
2. SHADOW DADDIES ANONYMOUS (25 letters)
3. READER I CHOSE HIM (15 letters)
4. BABY I WOULD DIE FOR YOU (19 letters)
5. MAD BAD AND DANGEROUS TO KNOW (24 letters)
6. HE WOULD BURN DOWN THE WORLD FOR HER (29 letters)
7. VILLAINS FALL THE HARDEST (22 letters)
8. I HAVE CROSSED OCEANS OF TIME FOR YOU (30 letters)
9. GUARDING YOUR BODY BUT STEALING YOUR HEART (36 letters)
8. HE HATES EVERYONE ON EARTH BUT HER (28 letters)
10. HATED ENEMIES TO ARDENT LOVERS (26 letters)
11. LETHAL LOVER UNDERCOVER (21 letters)
12. MARRYING THE BAD GUY (17 letters)
13. HEART STOLEN LOVE CHOSEN (21 letters)
14. DROP DEAD GORGEOUS (16 letters)
15. Pick your own dangerous hero-related phrase to spell (minimum 15 letters)
Option B—World Wide Bad Boy Scavenger Hunt:
Instructions: The world is big and full of dangerous heroes. You have thirty chances to find a dangerous hero in thirty different places around the world. The one qualification is that only eight can be from the United States (you can use a particular state only once). The same goes for a country.
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Option C--Paranormal Dangerous Heroes:
Instructions: Read ten to thirteen books with a main character/hero who is in each of the below categories. One book per category. The books can be from romance, urban fantasy, fantasy, or science fiction novels.
1. Angel or demon
2.god or demi-god
3.Werewolf or shapeshifter
4. Sorcerer/Wizard/Magician or Magic-User
5.Immortal Warrior
6.Alien/From Another World or Dimension
7.Vampire
8.Faerie (any Fae creature)
9.Genetically-Enhanced or altered hero (powers are not magical but scientific)
10.Time-Traveler
11.Superhero ( Includes caped crimefighter with powers)
12. Elemental (able to harness the powers of nature)
Bonus: Psychic/Telekinetic Abilities (doesn’t fit in above categories)
Bonus: Other (doesn’t fit into above categories)
Option D--Hero, Anti, or Villain
Instructions: For this option, you get to choose up to thirty book characters and assign them to one of the above characters. Anti-hero: a central character (protagonist) in a story, movie, or drama who lacks conventional heroic attributes. Conventional heroic attributes are things like optimism, honesty, strength, confidence, courage and virtue. Villain: a character whose evil actions or motives are important to the plot. (Description taken from Quora: https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-dif...). It will be a bit of eye of the beholder.
In order to complete this option, you must have at least fifteen characters assigned (and a minimum of five per category).
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Option E--Dangerous Historic Heroes:
Instructions: For the historical romance or historical fiction readers on the group, the purpose of this challenge is to read one book for a minimum of eight of the most common dangerous historical hero types.
1. Scottish/Highlander warrior
2. Knight
3. Archer/Bowman
4. Emperor/King/Duke/Earl/Titled Hero
5. Gunslinger or Outlaw
6. Lawman, Sheriff, Marshal
7. Native American Warrior
8. Gambler or Rogue
9. Ninja/Samurai/Warrior of Eastern Martial Arts Disciplines
10. Historical Spy
11. Mountain Man
12. Pirate/Buccaneer/Privateer/Brigand of the High Seas
13. Highwayman or Thief
14.Mercenary, Warlord or Assassin
15.Historical Gangster
16.Legendary Swordsman (not any of the above)
17. Revolutionary or Freedom Fighter
18.Historical Soldier or Military Man
Bonus: Other historical dangerous hero (not listed above)
Option F—Dangerous Hero Career Fair
Introduction: For this challenge, we'll showcase modern day dangerous heroes. Let's go to the Career Fair, with a twist.
Pick up brochures for at least fifteen of the below dangerous hero/bad boy career professions to assemble your ultimate portfolio.
1. Sniper/Marksman
2. Armed Forces: Army, Air Force, Marines Enlisted/Commissioned Soldier
3. Special Forces Soldier (Navy SEALS, Delta)
4. Mercenary or Military Contractor
5. Outlaw Biker
6. Undercover Agent/Spy
7. Fireman
8. Police Officer/Sheriff/State Trooper
9. Rock Star/Pop Star/Hip-Hop Mogul (The Shadier the Better)
10. Computer Hacker/Tech Guru
11. Private Investigator
12. Vigilante/Crimefighter
13. Organized Crime Boss
14. Bouncer/Bruiser/Heavy or Enforcer
15. Boxer/MMA Fighter
16. Corporate Raider/Cutthroat Businessman
17. Mad Scientist/Inventor
18. FBI/US Marshal/DEA/ATF/Federal Agent
19. Assassin/Contract Killer
20. Bodyguard/Security
21. Professional Thief
22. Cardsharp/Professional Gambler
23. Martial Artist
24. Stuntman/Professional Daredevil
25. Racecar Driver
26. Sports Player (has to be a bad boy type with a bad reputation)
27. Rodeo/Bronco/Bullrider/Wrangler
Bonus: Pick up to three other types of modern day dangerous hero types.
Option G: Character Archetypes
Instructions: This challenge is to read book for the different major character archetypes. Information taken from https://blog.reedsy.com/12-common-cha... and https://www.masterclass.com/articles/....
1. The Warrior
2. The Innocent
3. The Ruler
4. The Everyman
5. The Orphan
6. The Creator
7. The Caregiver
8. The Mentor/Sage
9. The Joker
10. The Magician
11. The Rebel
12. The Lover
13. The Seducer
14. The Outlaw
15. The Explorer
Option H: Dangerous Hero A to Z:
Instructions: For this challenge, you must read 26 different books with heroes whose names start with the letter they represent (exception is X Anywhere in the name of the hero counts.) The name can be their first, last, middle or nickname.
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Option I–Earth, Wind, Water and Fire: Zodiac Characters
Instructions: Read a book for each Zodiac sign based on the personality criteria.
Fire Signs (Passionate, Dynamic, and Temperamental):
1. Aries (March 21 - April 19):
Known for boldness, courage, and leadership; they are often seen as tough leaders.
2. Leo (July 23 - August 22):
Possess natural confidence and a desire to be admired; they can be charismatic and generous.
3. Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21):
Characterized by optimism, freedom-loving, and a love for adventure; they are often seen as philosophical and open-minded.
Earth Signs (Grounded, Practical, and Reliable):
4. Taurus (April 20 - May 20):
Known for their groundedness, practicality, and reliability; they are often seen as patient and sensual.
5. Virgo (August 23 - September 22):
Known for their attention to detail and analytical abilities; they are often seen as perfectionistic and meticulous.
6. Capricorn (December 22 - January 19):
Characterized by ambition, discipline, and a strong work ethic; they are often seen as responsible and practical.
Air Signs (Intellectual, Communicative, and Social):
7. Gemini (May 21 - June 20):
Known for their intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and communicative skills; they are often seen as versatile and social.
8. Libra (September 23 - October 22):
Possess a strong sense of fairness, diplomacy, and a love for beauty; they are often seen as charming and balanced.
9. Aquarius (January 20 - February 18):
Characterized by their independent spirit, humanitarian values, and innovative thinking; they are often seen as visionary and unconventional.
Water Signs (Emotional, Intuitive, and Nurturing):
10. Cancer (June 21 - July 22):
Known for their emotional depth, nurturing nature, and loyalty; they are often seen as home-oriented and empathetic.
11. Scorpio (October 23 - November 21):
Possess a passionate and intense nature; they are often seen as resourceful and mysterious.
12. Pisces (February 19 - March 20):
Characterized by their empathy, intuition, and creativity; they are often seen as compassionate and dreamy.
Option J--Create your own Dangerous Hero-Themed Challenge:
Instructions: You can come up with your own challenge that involves the theme of this group. It should be something to keep you occupied for most of the year. I would suggest aiming for a minimum of 15 books. It’s up to you otherwise.