Odysseus
Odysseus, son of Laertes’, was king of Ithaca and the cleverest of the Greeks. He received Achilles armor when Achilles died. Known for his guile, he was responsible for the Trojan Horse which ended the war that lasted ten years.
On his way home, he became lost and wandered at sea for many years after being cursed by Poseidon for blinding the sea god’s son the cyclops Polyphemus. All his crewmen were killed before they reached home due to disaster after disaster.
When Odysseus finally reached home, he found his palace overrun by suitors who contended for his wife, Penelope, and his throne.
With the help of his son, a few faithful servants, and aided by Athena, he fought all the suitors and killed them.
Odysseus was then tested by Penelope to see if he really was her husband. When he passed the test, he reclaimed his throne.
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