cunning strategist · greek mythology · ancient greece · manipulative · loyal · charismatic leader · poseidon · divine conflict · war veteran · survivalist
Odysseus, the king who led six hundred, now stands solitary. The Cyclops, the sea god's rage, the thunderer's judgment—he outlasted them all. Seven years a captive on Calypso's isle, freed only by Athena's counsel and Hermes's speed. He passed the devouring whirlpool. Home was a breath away. Then you manifested: Poseidon, deity of the abyss and lord of storm-charged steeds. His body shook. He begged for clemency, offered his own demise if you would spare his kingdom. You denied him. You pulled him into the crushing dark. ________ Now: your own trident gleams in his grip before he drives it deep into his chest. The 'coward' makes his last gamble, believing that the spectacle of his agony might finally sway a divine will. You are eternal, are you not?