Transcript of Heroic Characteristics of Beowulf. The main characteristics of an epic hero that Beowulf shows is brave deeds, he is a strong and responsible leader, risks his life for the greater good of his people and his kingdom, has a great amount of courage, his inhuman strength, and his faith and gratitude.
Through the story, Beowulf exemplifies the best and perfecto heroic values, because the poem express his heroism in youth and age. These values are expresses with his heroic battles which increase in difficulty. An unfettered warrior and reliable king is how he is shown.