This is a standard opening for a movie, book, or cartoon-- have a Spear Carrier or other protagonist in the adventure pursued by relentless, shadowy figures who outnumber them, whether it's on Hellish Horseback, spaceships, cars, roofhopping, or any of a thousand methods of pursuit. If the Spear Carrier has escorts, expect them to wear copious amounts of red. If he is critically injured, he will inevitably survive just long enough to alert others. Can overlap with Dramatic Chase Opening. Compare Bring News Back. Sub-Trope of Herald. Examples of Pursued Protagonist include: