Odysseus of Ithaca

Odysseus conceived the plan to build a giant wooden horse, hide Greek soldiers inside, and trick the Trojans into bringing it within their walls. This stratagem led to the fall of Troy.

During his journey home, Odysseus and his men were trapped in the cave of the Cyclops Polyphemus. Odysseus blinded the giant and escaped by clinging to the underside of sheep.

Odysseus had his crew plug their ears with wax and tied himself to the mast to hear the Sirens' deadly song without succumbing. This allowed his ship to pass safely.

After returning to Ithaca disguised as a beggar, Odysseus, with his son Telemachus, killed the suitors who had been courting his wife Penelope. He then reclaimed his throne and reunited his family.