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* ''TabletopGame/TheOneRing'': Each player chooses another PlayerCharacter as a "Fellowship Focus" -- the person their own character is closest to. [[LuckManipulationMechanic Hope Points]] spent to protect their Fellowship Focus from immediate danger are [[ResourceReimbursement refunded]], and the adventurer gains a bonus Hope Point at the end of each session in which the Fellowship Focus avoids serious harm.
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[[UniversalTropes A major theme in all media.]] The [[BigBad villain]] or IneffectualLoner mocks the idea of relying on others, insisting that friends make you weak and [[MachiavelliWasWrong only fear brings servitude]]. Then they discover, to their [[EvilCannotComprehendGood extreme shock and dismay]], that the hero and their TrueCompanions really do stand up for each other, and this really does enable the hero to kick the crap out of the bad guy. The [[AnAesop Aesop]]: Having friends makes you strong, [[LonersAreFreaks being alone makes you weak]]. Even WhatYouAreInTheDark can depend on your memory of your friends.

The moment The Power of Friendship becomes clear is AFriendInNeed, but beware the AppleOfDiscord. When [[IWorkAlone the loner]] has been brought into the group, RememberThatYouTrustMe may be needed to keep him attached.

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[[UniversalTropes A major theme in all media.]] media]]. The [[BigBad villain]] or IneffectualLoner mocks the idea of relying on others, insisting that friends make you weak and [[MachiavelliWasWrong only fear brings servitude]]. Then they discover, to their [[EvilCannotComprehendGood extreme shock and dismay]], that the hero and their TrueCompanions really do stand up for each other, and this really does enable the hero to kick the crap out of the bad guy. The [[AnAesop Aesop]]: Having friends makes you strong, [[LonersAreFreaks being alone makes you weak]]. Even WhatYouAreInTheDark can depend on your memory of your friends.

The moment The the Power of Friendship becomes clear is AFriendInNeed, but beware the AppleOfDiscord. When [[IWorkAlone the loner]] has been brought into the group, RememberThatYouTrustMe may be needed to keep him attached.



* ''TabletopGame/ChuubosMarvelousWishGrantingEngine'' runs on this and ComingOfAgeStory, with one character achieving something impossible - [[spoiler:since [[EldritchAbomination Actuals]] can't have souls]] - because Chuubo wished for a friend. For Nightmares' Angel/Leonardo/Dulcinea, however, it's actually ''inverted'' - one of the character's Empowered Wounds is about ''rejecting'' friendship. This isn't to say that deep down they don't ''want'' it - as [[http://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?693038-Chuubo-s-Marvelous-Wish-Granting-Engine-Kickstarter-thread-Double-Plus-Good-Edition&p=16969778#post16969778 one rpgnet poster]] put it: "Yes, she definitely has the I Have No Friends thing, it's even on her character sheet. But, well... it wouldn't be there if she didn't ''care'' about having friends. She doesn't have I Don't Own A Walrus as a source of power, after all." However Leonardo/Dulcinea's unique stew of megalomania and emotional damage means that they're really bad at acting on or expressing it, and as such draw power from loneliness instead.

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* ''TabletopGame/ChuubosMarvelousWishGrantingEngine'' runs on this and ComingOfAgeStory, with one character achieving something impossible - -- [[spoiler:since [[EldritchAbomination Actuals]] can't have souls]] - because Chuubo wished for a friend. For Nightmares' Angel/Leonardo/Dulcinea, however, it's actually ''inverted'' - one of the character's Empowered Wounds is about ''rejecting'' friendship. This isn't to say that deep down they don't ''want'' it - as [[http://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?693038-Chuubo-s-Marvelous-Wish-Granting-Engine-Kickstarter-thread-Double-Plus-Good-Edition&p=16969778#post16969778 one rpgnet poster]] put it: "Yes, she definitely has the I Have No Friends thing, it's even on her character sheet. But, well... it wouldn't be there if she didn't ''care'' about having friends. She doesn't have I Don't Own A Walrus as a source of power, after all." However Leonardo/Dulcinea's unique stew of megalomania and emotional damage means that they're really bad at acting on or expressing it, and as such draw power from loneliness instead.



* The story of ''VisualNovel/SilverCrisis'' goes out of its way time and time again to show how important it is to place your trust in others and not isolate yourself. [[spoiler: By the end of the story, the bond and trust Lucario and Lucas made with each other gives them the opportunity to make Silver lower his guard and defeat said Godlike being in the end.]]

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* The story of ''VisualNovel/SilverCrisis'' goes out of its way time and time again to show how important it is to place your trust in others and not isolate yourself. [[spoiler: By [[spoiler:By the end of the story, the bond and trust Lucario and Lucas made with each other gives them the opportunity to make Silver lower his guard and defeat said Godlike being in the end.]]



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* ''WebVideo/StampysLovelyWorld'': A [[CentralTheme common theme]] in the series is teamwork and cooperation, most emphasized in Stampy ''always'' having Helpers in every one of his episodes, and even trying to invite them for the smallest projects. [[BigBad [=HitTheTarget=]]] plays the role of TheCaligula who defies this, as he is a misanthropic power-hungry tyrant who despises friendship and only works for himself. The message stated multiple times over, even at the end, is that Stampy appreciates the experiences he has in the World because of his loyal friends and not because of materialistic desire, unlike HTT, who is nothing ''but'' materialistic.
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* Invoked by the US military after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck Japan on the 11th of March 2011. The aid mission that they launched on the 12th was called "Operation Tomodachi" (Japanese for friend).

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* Invoked by the US military after a massive earthquake and tsunami struck Japan on the 11th of March 2011. The aid mission that they launched on the 12th was called "Operation Tomodachi" (Japanese for friend)."friend").



* The reason why the Human species has become the dominant species of Earth, along with great creativity, the ability of think out strategies and [[BreadEggsMilkSquick unlimited ruthlessness.]]

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* The reason why the Human species has become the dominant species of Earth, along with great creativity, the ability of think out strategies and [[BreadEggsMilkSquick unlimited ruthlessness.]]ruthlessness]].
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The Power of Friendship can be just as strong for the bad guys as for the good guys, but they seldom have [[PragmaticVillainy enough common sense]] to play it straight. When they do, expect a pretty wild ride, and a clash with TheRemnant once the main conflict's over.

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The Power of Friendship can be just as strong for [[VillainousFriendship the bad guys guys]] as for the good guys, but they seldom have [[PragmaticVillainy enough common sense]] to play it straight. When they do, expect a pretty wild ride, and a clash with TheRemnant once the main conflict's over.

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* ''TabletopGame/InterstitialOurHeartsIntertwined'': Light Links with other players are this mechanically, as the represent friendship and romantic relationships with others, and any move that uses them draws on this power. The Chosen and The Friend are based around this even more than others.



* Creator/ModiphiusEntertainment's 2d20 system in general, and its Momentum mechanics in particular, are build around "keeping the footbag in the air". Which in practical terms means everyone in the group creates situations that benefit ''others'', either by setting up the pool of Momentum for later use or using it to create Truths benefiting others. This routinely allows otherwise insignificant characters to overcome impossible odds, based on both in-game fraternity and out-of-character heavy teamplay.



* ''TabletopGame/InterstitialOurHeartsIntertwined'': Light Links with other players are this mechanically, as the represent friendship and romantic relationships with others, and any move that uses them draws on this power. The Chosen and The Friend are based around this even more than others.
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* This Trope is actually how we managed to progress beyond just being a tribal people, so much had been done since the Start of civilization

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\n* This Trope is actually how we managed to progress beyond just being a tribal people, so much had been done since the Start of civilizationcivilization.
* Horribly, horribly deconstructed by the lead-up towards UsefulNotes/WorldWarI. The chains of alliances between the various powers mean everyone gets to drag their friend and said friend gets to drag ''their'' friends into the war, and what was supposed to be a small, contained conflict escalated out of hand and became a tragedy of epic proportions.
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* The theme of Music/{{Twice}}'s "Music/FeelSpecial" music video. Certain members are trapped in situations/locations — Chaeyoung is in some kind of futuristic, stark-white dome; Tzuyu is literally inside a dollhouse; Sana sits in despair, trying to find shelter from rain as the only person without an umbrella in the city; Jihyo is in a room full of TV sets; Nayeon is in a diamond-encrusted room; [[LonelyAtTheTop Jeongyeon is on a luxurious seat reminiscent of a throne, in addition to other regal imagery]]. They're isolated and acutely feel this loneliness, as you can tell from their forlorn faces. Then, they each meet another member: Chaeyoung's dome opens up to Mina, who has been traversing a forest (also of the sci-fi/fantasy nature); Momo chances upon Tzuyu's dollhouse; Dahyun, who is carrying an umbrella, smiles at Sana; Nayeon's image appears on the TV sets and she smiles at Jihyo. The exception is Jeongyeon. Driving the theme of friendship saving one from loneliness home, Jeongyeon sees another version of ''herself,'' except undeniably ''much'' happier and surrounded by the rest of the girls.
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* ''WesternAnimation/TurningRed'': When [[ExtravertedNerd Meilin Lee]] first turns into a giant red panda, she struggles to stay human as any strong emotion instantly turns her into the panda. It's only after receiving comfort and assurance from [[TrueCompanions her sisterhood]] that she's able to control her panda form.

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* ''WesternAnimation/TurningRed'': When [[ExtravertedNerd Meilin Lee]] Lee first turns into a giant red panda, she struggles to stay human as any strong emotion instantly turns her into the panda. It's only after receiving comfort and assurance from [[TrueCompanions her sisterhood]] that she's able to control her panda form.
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* This Trope is actually how we managed to progress beyond just being a tribal people, so much had been done since the Start of civilization
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However, one seeking to use this power should be very wary of the few times it may ''not'' work; an antagonist with the sheer strength to back them up may be just as capable of tanking whatever attack powered by the heroes' friendship, then using an attack of theirs that's [[GodzillaThreshold so strong that it completely overpowers the attempt.]]

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However, one seeking to use this power should be very wary of the few times it may ''not'' work; an antagonist with the sheer strength to back them up may be just as capable of tanking whatever an attack powered by the heroes' friendship, then using an attack a counterattack of theirs that's [[GodzillaThreshold so strong that it completely overpowers the attempt.]]
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More often than not a hero who makes good use of this power is going to attract villains who try to prove that it doesn't work. (The biggest reason is such villains rarely have any friends, as heroes occasionally point out.) [[DefeatMeansFriendship After slugging it out with the hero one or more times]] the villain in question may become a FriendlyEnemy, a WorthyOpponent, or do a full on HeelFaceTurn. However, one seeking to use this power should be very wary of the few times it may ''not'' work; an antagonist with the sheer strength to back them up may be just as capable of tanking whatever attack powered by the heroes' friendship, then using an attack of theirs that's [[GodzillaThreshold so strong that it completely overpowers the attempt.]]

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More often than not a hero who makes good use of this power is going to attract villains who try to prove that it doesn't work. (The biggest reason is such villains rarely have any friends, as heroes occasionally point out.) [[DefeatMeansFriendship After slugging it out with the hero one or more times]] the villain in question may become a FriendlyEnemy, a WorthyOpponent, or do a full on HeelFaceTurn.

However, one seeking to use this power should be very wary of the few times it may ''not'' work; an antagonist with the sheer strength to back them up may be just as capable of tanking whatever attack powered by the heroes' friendship, then using an attack of theirs that's [[GodzillaThreshold so strong that it completely overpowers the attempt.]]
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More often than not a hero who makes good use of this power is going to attract villains who try to prove that it doesn't work. (The biggest reason is such villains rarely have any friends, as heroes occasionally point out.) [[DefeatMeansFriendship After slugging it out with the hero one or more times]] the villain in question may become a FriendlyEnemy, a WorthyOpponent, or do a full on HeelFaceTurn.

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More often than not a hero who makes good use of this power is going to attract villains who try to prove that it doesn't work. (The biggest reason is such villains rarely have any friends, as heroes occasionally point out.) [[DefeatMeansFriendship After slugging it out with the hero one or more times]] the villain in question may become a FriendlyEnemy, a WorthyOpponent, or do a full on HeelFaceTurn.
HeelFaceTurn. However, one seeking to use this power should be very wary of the few times it may ''not'' work; an antagonist with the sheer strength to back them up may be just as capable of tanking whatever attack powered by the heroes' friendship, then using an attack of theirs that's [[GodzillaThreshold so strong that it completely overpowers the attempt.]]

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* ''WesternAnimation/KronksNewGroove'': After spending the whole movie worrying about disappointing his father and not being a success, he realizes that the most important thing to him are the friends that he has.

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* ''WesternAnimation/KronksNewGroove'': After spending the whole movie worrying about [[WellDoneSonGuy disappointing his father father]] and not being a success, he Kronk realizes that the most important thing to him are the friends that he has.has. [[spoiler:[[SoProudOfYou His father agrees]].]]


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* ''WesternAnimation/PussInBootsTheLastWish'': After spending the entire movie [[OutOfContinues afraid of losing his last life]], Puss regains his courage when, [[MyLifeFlashedBeforeMyEyes as his life flashes before his eyes]], he is reminded of the good times he had with [[TrueCompanions Kitty and Perrito]]. [[NotAfraidOfYouAnymore This gives Puss the strength to stand up]] to [[spoiler:[[TheGrimReaper Death]]]] and [[DoNotGoGentle give him the biggest fight of his life]].
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[[UniversalTropes A major theme in all media.]] The [[BigBad villain]] or IneffectualLoner mocks the idea of relying on others, insisting that friends make you weak and [[MachiavelliWasWrong only fear brings servitude]]. Then he discovers to his [[EvilCannotComprehendGood extreme shock and dismay]] that [[TrueCompanions the hero's friends]] really do stand up for him, and this really does enable the hero to kick the crap out of the bad guy. The [[AnAesop Aesop]]: Having friends makes you strong, [[LonersAreFreaks being alone makes you weak]]. Even WhatYouAreInTheDark can depend on your memory of your friends.

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[[UniversalTropes A major theme in all media.]] The [[BigBad villain]] or IneffectualLoner mocks the idea of relying on others, insisting that friends make you weak and [[MachiavelliWasWrong only fear brings servitude]]. Then he discovers they discover, to his their [[EvilCannotComprehendGood extreme shock and dismay]] dismay]], that [[TrueCompanions the hero's friends]] hero and their TrueCompanions really do stand up for him, each other, and this really does enable the hero to kick the crap out of the bad guy. The [[AnAesop Aesop]]: Having friends makes you strong, [[LonersAreFreaks being alone makes you weak]]. Even WhatYouAreInTheDark can depend on your memory of your friends.
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A CombinedEnergyAttack is another perk of believing in said power. Taken more literally, the Power of Friendship may be used as a required element of some magical effect, such as a CareBearStare or a CircleOfFriendship. Heroes, especially the MagneticHero, usually spend the first few episodes building [[TrueCompanions this group of loyal followers]]. Sometimes it can go too far; Heroes fall prey to becoming a MartyrWithoutACause and allies could be {{Poisonous Friend}}s. Contrast InTheEndYouAreOnYourOwn, in which case Friendship becomes less helpful. This trope is a key element of {{buddy picture}}s.

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A CombinedEnergyAttack is another perk of believing in said power. Taken more literally, the Power of Friendship may be used as a required element of some magical effect, such as a CareBearStare or a CircleOfFriendship. Heroes, especially the MagneticHero, usually spend the first few episodes building [[TrueCompanions this group of loyal followers]]. Sometimes it can go too far; Heroes fall prey to becoming a MartyrWithoutACause and allies could be {{Poisonous {{False Friend}}s. Contrast InTheEndYouAreOnYourOwn, in which case Friendship becomes less helpful. This trope is a key element of {{buddy picture}}s.
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* [[https://www.daryldavis.com/Daryl Davis]] is a musician and activist who has used the power of friendship to lead countless people to renounce their racist views.

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* [[https://www.daryldavis.com/Daryl com/ Daryl Davis]] is a musician and activist who has used the power of friendship to lead countless people to renounce their racist views.
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In TheFourLoves, friendship is classified under ''Philia''.
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[[quoteright:250:[[Webcomic/CluelessHero https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/power_of_friendship.png]]]]

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See also TeamSpirit, TrueCompanions, ThePowerOfLove, ThePowerOfFamily, PowerOfTrust, DefeatMeansFriendship, FireForgedFriends, DyingAlone, YouAreNotAlone. The risk of {{Narm}} is present [[Administrivia/TropesAreTools if done poorly]]. TheGoodKing should be wary of this trope, it can turn into {{Nepotism}} (well, technically cronyism). If your characters are entirely reliant on their friends for any characterization or motivation, they will rapidly become {{Flat Character}}s.

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See also TeamSpirit, TrueCompanions, ThePowerOfLove, ThePowerOfFamily, PowerOfTrust, DefeatMeansFriendship, FireForgedFriends, DyingAlone, YouAreNotAlone. The risk of SweetnessAversion or even {{Narm}} is present [[Administrivia/TropesAreTools if done poorly]]. TheGoodKing should be wary of this trope, it can turn into {{Nepotism}} (well, technically cronyism). If your characters are entirely reliant on their friends for any characterization or motivation, they will rapidly become {{Flat Character}}s.
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See also TeamSpirit, TrueCompanions, ThePowerOfLove, ThePowerOfFamily, PowerOfTrust, DefeatMeansFriendship, FireForgedFriends, DyingAlone, YouAreNotAlone. The risk of TastesLikeDiabetes or even {{Narm}} is present [[Administrivia/TropesAreTools if done poorly]]. TheGoodKing should be wary of this trope, it can turn into {{Nepotism}} (well, technically cronyism). If your characters are entirely reliant on their friends for any characterization or motivation, they will rapidly become {{Flat Character}}s.

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See also TeamSpirit, TrueCompanions, ThePowerOfLove, ThePowerOfFamily, PowerOfTrust, DefeatMeansFriendship, FireForgedFriends, DyingAlone, YouAreNotAlone. The risk of TastesLikeDiabetes or even {{Narm}} is present [[Administrivia/TropesAreTools if done poorly]]. TheGoodKing should be wary of this trope, it can turn into {{Nepotism}} (well, technically cronyism). If your characters are entirely reliant on their friends for any characterization or motivation, they will rapidly become {{Flat Character}}s.
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* ''WesternAnimation/TurningRed'': When [[ExtravertedNerd Meilin Lee]] first turns into a giant red panda, she struggles to stay human as any strong emotion instantly turns her into the panda. It's only after receiving comfort and assurance from [[TrueCompanions her sisterhood]] that she's able to control her panda form.

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