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Odysseus And Achilles Research Paper

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Achilles and Odysseus, both the main characters of the Homeric epics, share many similarities and differences. These resemblances and variations between the two are very pronounced, and should be recognized. Odysseus and Achilles are widely similar. First, these two heroes are both unquestionably loyal. Odysseus carefully considers all of the factors that could affect his men and their survival. For example, the “robbselit” WordPress blog cites “Eurylochus, I am one against all- the upper hand is yours. But swear me a binding oath, all here, that if we come on a heard[sic] of cattle or fine flock of sheep, not one man among us-bind in his reckless ways-will slaughter an ox or ram” (Fagles 280). Odysseus attempts to warn Eurylochus because he knows that if his men feast on the cattle, they will perish at the hands of Helios. Achilles cares very much for his crew, and is …show more content…

Upon the latter’s death, Achilles becomes devastated, sulking and refusing to be a part of the army any longer, showing he cared deeply and was very loyal to Patroclus. Secondly, another similarity between Achilles and Odysseus is the fact that they both thirst for revenge. Achilles feels enraged because of Patroclus’ death and seeks revenge. He does so by going back to the Greek army and killing Hector, Patroclus’ slayer. Odysseus, on the other hand, seeks revenge on the suitors for trying to court Penelope, his wife. He, with the help of Athena and Telemachus, kills them all for their crimes. Thirdly, Achilles and Odysseus both battled demons and monsters. Odysseus fought the cyclops, escaped the monster in the cave, and made it past Charybdis, while Achilles fought

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