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In Homer's "Odyssey," the island of Cicones is where Odysseus and his men stop after leaving Troy. They raid the city of Ismarus, home to the Cicones, and initially succeed in plundering it. However, they stay too long, allowing the Cicones to regroup and counterattack, leading to a fierce battle that results in the loss of several of Odysseus's men before they ultimately escape. This episode highlights themes of hubris and the consequences of greed.

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