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Laodamas

A Phaeacian prince who challenges Ulysses to athletic contests.

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Also known as O Laodamas

First appearance: book vii reception of ulysses by alcino s

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ULUlyssesEUEuryalusALAlcinoüsPHPhaeaciansNENeptuneLALaodamas

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Phaeacian Royal Court
  • Protagonist
  • Mythological and Secondary Characters

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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