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Zac Fertig English Period 5 Odysseus, the protagonist of the Odyssey by Homer fits the outline of an epic hero because he is courageous, quick-witted, and a natural drawing card. Odysseus isnt only kn let for his muscles, as well his expert mind. He is one of the great heroes that possesses both(prenominal) brains and brawn. He is also a hero with outstanding skill and bravery. It is no wonder why umpteen teachers refer to Odysseus as a powerful hero. I believe Odysseus is a hero because he is clever, can overcome obstacles, is very brave, a leader hardly like all great heroes, he has his weaknesses. Some of Odysseus almost recognizable traits are his bravery and leadership. One thing that shows his bravery was his trip from Polyphemus. He was courageous to stab out Polyphemuss eyes employ a burning pole. Odysseus states I took my twelve best fighters and went ahead. This example involving the daphnia shows that one of Odysseus great traits is his leadership. He is non the type of leader that sits on safe land while he sends his men in to fight, just now a leader who engages in battle with his men. There are also times when many men are afraid, but Odysseus shows hes in not letting anything get in his way and speaks up when nobody pull up stakes We all felt pressure in our hearts, but I speak up in reply. He was fearless enough to take risks. Odysseus express Friends, have we never been in danger before this? More fearsome, is it now, accordingly when we faced Cyclops? This quote shows that in time of danger, Odysseus is exiting to determine his life in jeopardy and not give up. Odysseus had the heart of a fighter, he would battle whenever necessary, no matter who his opponent was, in this faux pas the Cyclops. Most epic heroes are aided and guarded by gods wh... ...ugh calypso wouldnt let him leave the island so it wasnt his fault. Calypso finally agree to allow Odysseus to leave the island So then, royal son of Laertes, Odys seus, man of exploits, even so eager to leave at once and hurry back to your own home, your beloved native land? Good luck to you, even so. parting salutation But if you only knew, down deep, what pains are fated to take your cup before you reach that shore, youd stay right here, command in our house with me and be immortal. Much as you long to wait on your wife, the one you pine for all your days. Those are some of the traits Odysseus possesses that defecate me think of him as a hero. Odysseus isnt just strong physically, but strong emotionally as well. Not all heroes are both of those, so Odysseus stands out from other heroes. After reading The Odyssey, I will always remember Odysseus as a great, epic hero.