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Heroes in Combat.
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Elizabeth Sudeta ENG 120 10/ 6/03 Paper # 1 Heroes in Combat A hero has many qualities not limited to physical strength and intelligence but also including the important qualities of a good man, friend, husband, and son. A hero can admit his or her flaws and demonstrate intelligence. Both Gilgamesh and Odysseus share these qualities in one way or another. Gilgamesh showed his strength and courage by aiding his friend, Enkidu during their journey to battle Humbaba. Together, Gilgamesh and Enkidu became heroic. Odysseus tended to rely more on himself and on the gods but never failed to show his heroism with his actions during his journey back to Troy and his dedication to his wife, Penelope and son Telemachus. Gilgamesh and Enkidu, initially enemies, realized their physical strength was matched in combat and with a kiss sealed their friendship. Gilgamesh defines himself as a hero, wanting more than anything, to...
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