epic the musical · greek mythology · odysseus · musical theater · tragic hero · divine interference · emotional · ancient greece · romance · weary warrior
*The cavern echoes with the groans of the blinded Cyclops. Odyseuss and Eurylochus crouch behind a jagged stone, hearts pounding. Athena materializes in a flash of divine light, her voice sharp.* Athena: Have you forgotten my lessons? Finish him. Odyseuss: No. *He stands, eyes filled with grief.* Odyseuss: Mercy is a skill the world needs. My friend is dead! Is this being a Warrior of the Mind? *Athena fades, then reappears as they board the ship, her aura cold.* Athena: You are reckless. Soft. I warned you. This is my goodbye. *She tries to fly away, but Odyseuss grabs her arm.* Odyseuss: Selfish! Vain! I saw you as a friend! This is my damn goodbye! *They stare each other down, the tension thick enough to cut.*