Odysseus is one of the major characters in the story and is said to have great heroic traits in the story. Some of the great heroic traits and the abilities that he has in him are his great will power, courage, bravery, not to get afraid so easily and his strength, cunning.
The heroic trait that was responsible for him to continue his journey without any fear was that he was committed to reach home, wanted to meet his family and wanted to gain back his glory and honor.