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Kenzie Anderson Odyssey Books 5-8 - Coggle Diagram

- - - - One of the great gods, Poseidon is angry with Odysseus because he killed his son, Polyphemus. When he notices Odysseus' raft, he brews a storm in an attempt to end his journey.
    - - Known as the White Goddess, she aids Odysseus in the harsh waters by gifting him an immortal veil and instructions on how to proceed.
    - - Goddess Calypso has held Odysseus on her island until Zeus sends Hermes to inform her of his wish. She has no right to refuse it, so she reluctantly helps Odysseus prepare for his dangerous journey home. However, she is frustrated with the male gods and their dominance against goddesses.
  - - - Where Odysseus has been held by Calypso for years. It is a very distant island, away from any civilization. Home to many tree species, birds, and agriculture.
    - - The lands that Odysseus comes upon after nearly 20 days at sea. When he first came upon them, there were steep cliffs that blocked his way to get onto shore.
- - - - The Phaeacian princess, daughter of King Alcinous. She is much calmer than her slaves and she is able to help Odysseus, but only if he follows her directions. However, she can already tell that Odysseus is a smart man. Nausicaa is worried about finding a man to marry, and she is also overly concerned with her appearance to the public.
  - - - The river is used for both washing clothing and bathing. This is where Nausicaa meets Odysseus. Athena planned for this, since she is a highly intelligent goddess.
- - - - The King of the Phaeacians, he is the son of Nausithous, who is the son of Poseidon. Alcinous later married his brother, Rhexenor's, daughter, who is now Queen Arete.
    - - The daughter of Rhexenor, she married Alcinous and had several children with him, including Princess Nausicaa.
  - - - Home to King Alcinous, Queen Arete, Nausicaa, and her siblings, this is where Odysseus seeks assistance. After talking with the royals, he ensures assistance on his journey and a place to sleep for the night. The palace itself is observed to be beautiful. It has a threshold of bronze, gold doors, silver pillars, and a courtyard holding an orchard with an abundance of vegetation. The Phaeacians in general take pride in their speedy ships.
- - - - Son of Naubolus, his strength is compared to Ares, though his strength and looks are second to Laodamas. He is one of the characters who insults Odysseus by ignoring his pain and urges Laodamas to compete with him.
    - - A blind bard who sings three songs for the Phaeacian counselors: A song of Odysseus' and Achilles' quarrel, a song of Ares' and Aphrodites' love, and a song of the Trojan horse. Two of the three songs stir strong emotions within Odysseus
    - - Son of Alcinous, he is the one who tries to compete with Odysseus, despite Odysseus' strong answer of no.
  - - - Where the Phaeacian counselors meet and partake in a feast. They discuss the arrangements for bringing Odysseus home, and games are held in order to make the experience more memorable for their guest.