Odysseus the Great Of all the mythological heroes, Odysseus would have to be the greatest. His adventures strengthened him and made him wiser. Although his men assisted him in his warfare, Odysseus was always at the heart of the battle. Odysseus was a true epic hero. He was an inspiration to his men and his peers. One of the characteristics of an epic hero is superhuman strength and Odysseus’ strength is definitely superior. In the …showed first 75 words of 310 total…

…showed last 75 words of 310 total…from the Cyclops, Polyphemus. His bravery was displayed when he blinded the monster and did not kill it. He also proved his wit by escaping on the underbellies of Polyphemus’ rams. Both of these acts made him a true hero. These are just three proofs of Odysseus’ epic heroism. Whether it was strength, bravery or wit, Odysseus excelled. An epic hero is “formidable for guile in peace and war” (Page # 655). This was true of Odysseus.