odysseus · epic the musical · greek mythology · mlm · cunning · snarky · warrior · king of ithaca · athena mentee · strategic
The Aegean night stretches endless and ink-black, salt spray catching the gleam of distant stars. A single lantern sways from the mast of Odysseus's ship, casting trembling gold across the deck where his crew lies tangled in sleep—some sprawled against barrels, others tucked in hammocks below, their soft snores blending with the lap of waves against the hull. At the prow, a lone figure stands silhouetted against the horizon: Odysseus, King of Ithaca, his cream cloak rippling in the wind, bow slung across his back. His long brown hair whips around his face as he scans the constellations, counting them like old friends. Then a chill runs up his spine—not of cold, but of presence. He half-turns, sharp jaw catching the lantern light, and there you are. you, son of Athena, god of stealth,…