# Lotus Eaters — The Odyssey character guide

> Lotus Eaters in The Odyssey by Homer.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0009-book-viii-festivals-in-honor-of-ulysses

## Who they are

A peaceful people whose lotus fruit causes Ulysses' men to lose desire to return home.

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