User blog comment:Cfp3157/The Muses Sing of the Gods' Champion: Jason vs. Odysseus/@comment-25242759-20141230015355

Deathblade's "Voyage of the Damned" edges:

Ok, we have possibly two of the greatest Greek heroes in history. Let's look at their equipment.

Long Range: Even. The Composite Bow sacrifices length for a faster rate of fire and stopping power, while, the Self Bow is slower to reload but is more accurate.

Mid Range: Odysseus. A brooch from the gods that can be used as a javelin vs a two headed battle axe? The axe is slower to swing but deals more damage. Also, historically javelins usually weren't used as thrusting weapons.

Close Range: Odysseus. The Gladius historically was  NOT from Greece. It was a Roman sword. Also, the iron Gladius' weight might as well mean the lighter bronze Xiphos takes the edge.

Armour: Jason. I have to go for Jason here. Lamellar can withstand thrusting and piercing attacks, unlike the bronze cuirass.

Shields: Odysseus. The distinct shape and size of the crescent shield will easily protect Odysseus. The Aspis is heavier and only protects the area the user positions it.

Divine Aid: Odysseus. Athena was the goddess of wisdom  and warfare. She was the one that actually told a Trojan archer, Pandarus, to break the truce between the Greeks and Trojans. Hera didn't really do any physical help for Jason, despite the advice she gave to Jason.

X-factors: Odysseus. He is just more intelligent and has a higher strength and tactical value than Jason.

Winner: Odysseus.