Who is Odysseus? Odysseus is the epic hero in Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey. Odysseus was the king of Ithaca, son of Laertes and Anticleia, and father of Telemachus by his wife, Penelope. What is Odysseus's story? Odysseus was famed for his intellect and cunning. He created the plan to sack the city of Troy using a giant hollow horse. He is also famous for his long odyssey/journey, trying to return home after the events of the Trojan War.

How does Odysseus portray the characteristic of loyalty? Circe and Calypso wanted him to stay on their islands and be with them, but he was determined to get home to Penelope.

How does Odysseus portray the characteristic of bravery? Odysseus and his crew had encountered the Sirens that used their irresistibly beautiful singing to lure Odysseus and his crew to their destruction. Although, Odysseus was brave because he listened to the Sirens all alone while the rest of the crew didn't have to listen to it and become lured to the sound.

How is Odysseus favored/assisted by the gods? Athena convinced the Gods that Odysseus had suffered enough and deserved to come home.