An unforgettable and transforming voyage lead Pentaquod, a tribesman, to neglect the conformity of his tribe and reveal his individuality. Pentaquod found a different way of life, away from his tribe, by seeking out a foreign land in hopes for a new adventure. Pentaquod did not want to conform to his tribe because they always fought their enemies. Overwhelmed with the violence that was customary to his tribe, he picked up his canoe and headed out to the Chesapeake. The discovery of the Chesapeake was an accident that stemmed from stories of his tribe. His reluctance pushed him forward to finding himself. He found islands full of trees, protecting its people from the cruel outside world. At first, Pentaquod was alone; his only company was…show more content… He sought out adventure, learning along the way how to be a better human and leader. I, like Pentaquod love adventure and learning through experiences. I would have continued on the river toward the Chesapeake, not turning back to conform to my society because it would have concealed my uniqueness. Pentaquod observed the tribe, their values, morals and customs before he bounded out of the woods to introduce himself. I think this was an intelligent way in announcing his presence. In contrast to his former tribe, he did not want to be programmed into how he was required to function in his society and therefore he and the native tribe worked together to be…show more content… I think that is why Pentaquod was an excellent leader. He did not let the size and fear of the native tribe consume him. His new tribe was serene and accepting to his individualism. The native tribe believed this was what pushed a person to discover their inner self. I believe this to be true that individualism and creativity allows each person to be transformed into the person they are meant to be. Because Pentaquod traveled outside his compact world, he became a leader, a man people could trust, a friend, and his true self. Discovering the Chesapeake, progressing forward, was the reason Pentaquod succeeded throughout his journey. I learned from Pentaquod that through perseverance, determination, and curiosity, anything can be accomplished. Pentaquod, like many people in today’s society, had to learn to divert away from the norms of their society and become a passionate individual ready to take on the world with all its unfamiliar
