Wait - the Odyssey was written for a poetry slam? This detail has always escaped me until now ...
This is a wild idea. And for some reason it works flawlessly. The race against the looming deadline was a lot of fun (relatable too). Since you don't know what works best at the beginning and have to work it out gradually, the game is also not that easy (at least not for me) This also provides some replay value. Especially because you don't always get the same cards from Orestes.
I had to take a break between two playthroughs. The high-contrast white on black is a bit hard on my eyes, which aren't as good as they used to be. But the plain presentation in black and white is a really clever design decision. Fits the game perfectly.
The changing descriptions of the cards are amusing, the anachronisms are fun. And the audience "reviews" are just delightful. The writing in general is really, really good. Enjoyed that a lot. I will definitely play this some more. :)