The Hero's journey was not a straight line. According to Wikipedia , he was forced to choose between three conflicting destinies:
He learned that King Rhobar II was trapped behind a magical shield in the capital of Vengard, his power fading. Meanwhile, the Orc leader Kan sought the five ancient Artifacts of Adanos—relics of such power they could end the War of the Gods forever. gothic-3-complete-enhanced-edition
The Hero ventured inland, discovering a world fractured into three distinct realms: The Hero's journey was not a straight line
The Nameless Hero stood upon the deck of the Esmeralda , the salt spray of the Sea of Myrtana stinging eyes that had seen the fall of the Barrier and the death of an Undead Dragon. Beside him stood his oldest allies: the rogue Diego, the warrior Gorn, the magician Milten, and the marksman Lester. They expected a hero’s welcome; instead, they found a continent in chains. The Hero ventured inland, discovering a world fractured