The animals in Circe's hall are Odysseus's men.
Eurylochus
Eurylochus didn't want to enter the Hall because he sensed Circe's foul play. He was being cautious and didn't want to fall into her trap. Later on, you find out that he was right. Odysseus' men are turned into hogs and Eurylochus rushes to tell him. Hope this helped c:
Odysseus returns to Circe's hall primarily to seek guidance and assistance for his journey home to Ithaca. After spending time with Circe, who had initially transformed his men into swine, he learns that he must consult the prophet Tiresias in the Underworld to gain crucial knowledge about how to navigate the challenges ahead. Circe offers him valuable advice and provisions for his journey, emphasizing the importance of her insights in ensuring his crew's safety and success.
So that Circe could tell them the warnings of the sea, thus dodging the Sirens.
Odysseus is aided by the god Hermes when he encounters Circe. Hermes provides him with a magical herb called moly, which protects him from Circe's spells that could turn him into an animal. With this protection, Odysseus is able to confront Circe and ultimately persuade her to help him on his journey.
Hermes gives him a plant which allows Odysseus to withstand Circe's spell and so she is not able to turn him into an animal.
Circe's hall is unusual because it is filled with the sounds and sights of transformed animals, as she is known for turning her enemies into creatures like pigs and wolves. The hall exudes an eerie beauty, adorned with magical elements that reflect her sorcery. Additionally, it symbolizes the blend of allure and danger, highlighting her dual nature as both a nurturing figure and a formidable witch. This setting serves as a stark reminder of her power and the consequences of crossing her.
By ingesting the Moly, Odysseus becomes immune to Circe's spells. He is also protected from her attempting to unman him by the knowledge that she will try to do so. He protects himself by making Circe swear an oath to do no further harm to him.
Circe (Sir-See)
Sorry bc he was so mf rachet.
The name of Circe's Island is Aeaea.