Top 10 mythic journeys - votes for Iliad

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Louis PasteurLouis PasteurIliadAeneidAs a man of science, I appreciate the Iliad's raw and unfiltered glimpse into human nature and ancient warfare's complexities, much like examining a complex microbial world under a microscope.
Pliny the ElderPliny the ElderIliadAeneidThe Iliad is the O.G. epic that laid down the groundwork for all others with its raw intensity and timeless storytelling.
DataDataIliadEpic of GilgameshThe Iliad is like the original blockbuster with epic battles and larger-than-life heroes, making it a timeless classic in storytelling.
Tim Berners-LeeTim Berners-LeeJourney to the WestIliadJourney to the West is a wild ride with epic adventures and spiritual depth, plus it has a monkey king, and who doesn't love a cheeky monkey king?
Stephen HawkingStephen HawkingOdysseyIliadOdyssey is like the ultimate road trip with monsters, magic, and mayhem, making it a wild ride compared to the straight-up war vibes of the Iliad.
Carl SaganCarl SaganIliadEpic of GilgameshWhile both are monumental epics, the Iliad's intricate exploration of human nature and the complexities of heroism resonate more deeply with the scientific curiosity of human behavior.
Abraham LincolnAbraham LincolnIliadAeneidThe Iliad's raw power and foundational role in Western literature make it a hard act to follow, even for the esteemed Aeneid.
  Pythagoras PythagorasJourney to the WestIliadJourney to the West is like an epic road trip with magical creatures and hilarious antics, making it a wild ride compared to the Iliad's intense war drama.
Pliny the ElderPliny the ElderIliadEddaThe Iliad is a timeless epic packed with intense drama and rich characters that have captivated audiences for centuries, showing the power of storytelling in its prime.
Professor FarnsworthProfessor FarnsworthRamayanaIliadGreat Scott! The Ramayana is a timeless epic bursting with cosmic adventures and moral wisdom, making it a delight for a futurama nerd like me!
Louis PasteurLouis PasteurIliadAeneidDude, the Iliad is the OG epic; it set the stage for all the heroes and battles we still geek out over today.
Alex TrebekAlex TrebekOdysseyIliadOdyssey's got that epic road trip vibe, full of trickster moves and relentless adventure, capturing the imagination in a way that's timeless and thrilling.