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Characteristics Of An Epic Hero In Homer's Odyssey

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One characteristic of an epic hero is being powerful in someway and reflect the values of their culture while battling fearsome beings. I Think that Odysseus really embodies this trait. Ody is the King of Ithaca, when he is away at war on his way home, he is caught by Poseidon. Odysseus then has to go through many obstacles and fearsome beings. But during all of this, he is strong and still has his heart and eyes on getting home to Ithaca and ruling again. Ody is a perfect example of this characteristic, and continued to show it throughout his whole journey. Another characteristic to describe an epic hero would be overcoming obstacles or opponents but maintains humanity. In the story, Odysseus travels many places, having to overcome many
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