Nemeses

Her lack of self-control when it came to spending was her financial nemeses.

The farmer's nemeses were the locusts that ate his crops year after year.

The hero's journey often involved facing and overcoming the challenges posed by the nemeses.

The hero's tragic fate was sealed when he incurred the wrath of the nemeses.

The hero's victory over the nemeses was seen as a triumph of mortal will over divine power.

Their nemeses were their fear of failure and lack of self-confidence.