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After Odysseus' men slaughter the cattle of Helios, Zeussmashes their ship with lightning, drowning all of Odysseus' men.

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The suitors in Odysseus' home, who have been vying for Penelope's hand in marriage during his absence, are killed by Odysseus upon his return. His men are killed by various creatures and challenges during their journey back from the Trojan War.

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