An example of the temptress archetype in the Odyssey would be Circe, who entices Odysseus to stay with her a full year.
Explanation:
<u>The archetype known as temptress refers to a woman who uses her incredible charm, intelligence, and beauty to lure men into dangerous situations. The purpose of the temptress is to use those men to do whatever she wants. Therefore, she can be described as seductive, but unethical.</u> Circe is one example of the temptress archetype. Let's keep in mind that Odysseus is trying to get back home, to his wife and son, when Circe seduces him, having him stay with her a whole year (I'm not saying he is not at fault, here. He surely is aware of his cheating.) She also transforms Odysseus's men into pigs after luring them.
