actually he had 11 of his 12 ships torn apart he survived though
The Laestrygonians
The Laestrygonians, a race of giant cannibals, treated Odysseus and his men violently and aggressively. Upon their arrival, the Laestrygonians attacked the ships, hurling massive rocks and destroying many of them. They captured and devoured a significant number of Odysseus's crew, leading to a devastating loss. This encounter exemplified the dangers Odysseus and his men faced on their journey home.
A king of a land that Odysseus got blown into.
Giants who destroyed every ship but Odysseus' ship.
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The Laestrygonians
The Laestrygonians
The Laestrygonians, a race of giant cannibals, treated Odysseus and his men violently and aggressively. Upon their arrival, the Laestrygonians attacked the ships, hurling massive rocks and destroying many of them. They captured and devoured a significant number of Odysseus's crew, leading to a devastating loss. This encounter exemplified the dangers Odysseus and his men faced on their journey home.
The Laestrygonians spear most of Odysseus' men and take them home to eat.
The Laestrygonians.
A king of a land that Odysseus got blown into.
Giants who destroyed every ship but Odysseus' ship.
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The Laestrygonians are a race of giant cannibals encountered by Odysseus and his crew in Homer's "Odyssey." When Odysseus and his men arrive at their island, the Laestrygonians attack, destroying most of the ships and devouring many of the crew members. Their primary intention is to kill and eat the intruders, showcasing their savage nature and hostility towards outsiders. Only Odysseus and a few men manage to escape this horrific encounter.
A king of a land that Odysseus got blown into.
The Laestrygonians are a tribe of giant cannibals from ancient Greek mythology. Odysseus visited them during his journey back home to Ithaca. The giants ate many of Odysseus' men and destroyed eleven of his twelve ships by launching rocks from high cliffs.
In the encounter with the Laestrygonians, Odysseus employs caution and strategic thinking. He sends out a scouting party to gather information about the land and its inhabitants before moving forward. When the Laestrygonians attack, Odysseus quickly realizes the danger and orders his ships to retreat, allowing only his own vessel to escape the destruction wrought by the giant cannibals. His awareness and prompt decision-making help him save himself and a few crew members from the disastrous attack.