"Nerds idea of a hero" is a perfect way to represent it. Heroes thought up for nerds are non-threatening and approachable, unlike ancient heroes, who are threat

"Nerds idea of a hero" is a perfect way to represent it. Heroes thought up for nerds are non-threatening and approachable, unlike ancient heroes, who are threatening, great leaders of men, and often openly flaunt their "noble" lineage (Beowulf, Odysseus,etc.) Ancient heroes also often book real challenges to their hero status from their close allies.