Odette is a fictional character from the ballet Swan Lake, created by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. She is a beautiful princess who is transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer named Rothbart. Odette's plight is central to the ballet's story, as she seeks to break the curse that binds her to the lake. In the ballet, Odette is often depicted as graceful and delicate, embodying the themes of love and sacrifice. Her character is contrasted with the black swan, Odile, who represents deception and manipulation. The struggle between these two characters highlights the conflict between good and evil in the narrative.