Can you think of a man who is a whole amy by himself and does not need any weapons? No, in real life there is no way one man can have the same impact as a million man army but, in the epic Beowulf a young brave warrior goes into harm's way no matter how big or scary what he is going against is. Beowulf is an epic hero for many reasons. Three of Beowulf’s most epic characteristics are strength, honor, and the ability to rule justly. Beowulf was the perfect warrior and king that never backed down. Beowulf’s characteristics beginning with strength made him great.
Beowulf is a strong and well known for being able to possess power greater than the average warrior. This is evidenced by his ability to wrench off the gigantic Grendel’s arm and by his ability to contend with Grendel’s equally monstrous mother and the monstrous dragon. Beowulf was much like Hercules but a more viking like version of Hercules. One of Beowulf’s most important traits would have to be his willingness to risk his life for the greater good. Even though Beowulf did get killed by the poisonous dragon in the end he still broke barriers and brought peace to anyone who called on him for help.
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Beowulf did anything he could to keep everyone peaceful. He was also very respectful to order for example