The Odysseus Syndrome

A mysterious affliction where the sufferer is compelled to recite Homer's Odyssey from memory while experiencing vivid flashbacks of ancient Greek seascapes. Symptoms include:

Symptoms in Detail

Stage 1: Initial Exposure

Upon first exposure to the epic poem, the sufferer experiences a severe case of "The Singing Fits", where they involuntarily break into verse, reciting lines from the Iliad with alarming accuracy.

Stage 2: The Wanderlust

The sufferer becomes fixated on navigating the Mediterranean, often taking unorthodox routes through the nearest IKEA or Walmart in a desperate bid to recapture the sense of adventure felt by the ancient hero.

Stage 3: The Despondency

As the sufferer's condition worsens, they become convinced that they are destined to wander the seas forever, often leading to existential crises and late-night phone calls to their therapist.

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