The Odyssey
The Elements of an Epic & Hero's Journey
Elements of an Epic: Legendary Hero
The legendary hero in this story was Odysseus. He went to Troy to fight alongside the Greeks in the Trojan War. He fought for the Greeks for tens years.
The Elements of an Epic: Omniscient Narration
He tells the story of the Odyssey to a crowd of people. He is creating a back flash and the story is told in third person.
The Elements of an Epic: Super human Strength/ Valor
In the end when he is fighting the suitors Odysseus shows non-human strength. He has help from the gods on his side.
The Elements of an Epic: Epic Style of Writing
Homer uses Homeric Similes, metaphors, and epipets in The Odyssey.
The Element of an Epic: Supernatural Involvement
Poseidon was the god that wanted to kill Odysseus for blinding his son the cyclops. Athena helps him through challenges.