# Odysseus — The Iliad character guide

> Odysseus in The Iliad by Homer.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Ulysses, wise Ulysses, Renowned Ulysses, divine Ulysses

**First appearance:** 0001-the-iliad

## Who they are

Cunning Greek king of Ithaca, a key counselor and warrior.

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