Antinous is the first of the suitors to be killed. Drinking in the Great Hall, he is slain by an arrow to the throat shot by Odysseus.

How does Odysseus take down Antinous?

Before the suitors realize what is happening, Odysseus shoots a second arrow through the throat of Antinous. The suitors are confused and believe this shooting to be an accident. ... Eurymachus then charges Odysseus, but he is cut down by another arrow.

Why does Odysseus kill Antinous first in the Odyssey?

why does Odysseus kill Antinous first and in such a sudden, terrible way? He wanted to kill him to make a statement to all the followers of Antinous and stop anyone who has been disloyal to him. ... They were telling him when they didnt know it was Odysseus.