Odysseus qualifies as a epic hero because he has a crew of loyal followers who follow his orders. Odysseus is a strong leader. he is also a strong warrior and courageous leader. Odysseus speaks with confidence. He takes risks, shows courage when on long journey's with his crew, but engages in combat on his own. proves himself through the combat with a Antagonist. He also encounters a divine or supernatural power that may help him. Odysseus goes into a dangerous voyage. he out smarts the nymphs. He puts wax in his ears , to avoid hearing the song or singing the siren song. He has his men tie him up to the mast on the ship tightly, and not let him down even if he ask them to. "I tried to say/ 'untie me!'to the crew,jerking my
