War Heroes Archives - Greek Mythology

Achilles – Hero of Iliad and Trojan War

June 2nd, 2026May 22, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Ο Αχιλλέας, ο μεγαλύτερος ήρωας του Τρωικού Πολέμου, σε εικονογράφηση εμπνευσμένη από την αρχαία ελληνική τέχνη.

Achilles, the greatest hero of Greek mythology, and his history in the Trojan War, the Menidas and the duel with Hector.

Achilles’ vulnerability – Achilles heel

June 2nd, 20262 May, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Achilles' vulnerability hides behind the famous «Achille heel».

The myth of Achilles heel explains how the almost invulnerable Achilles found death from an arrow in his only weak area, the heel. The text examines the evolution of myth from Homer to later sources and shows how the phrase became a symbol of every critical weakness in humans, systems and organisms.

Odysseus: His Story, Adventures, and the Lessons of the Odyssey

23 May, 2026April 14, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Odysseus in an ancient Greek style, on a ship with shield and sword, inspired by angiography

Homer's Odyssey is one of the greatest works of western literature, narrating the long journey back to Ithaca after the Trojan War. The article examines the historical context, plot, characters, key issues such as heroism, nostalgia and identity, as well as its timeless influence.

Agamemnon – The King of Mycenae & The Sacrifice of Iphigenia

28 June, 202616 February, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Agamemnon in Aulis before the sacrifice of Iphigenia

Agamemnon – The King of Mycenae and Leader of the Trojan Campaign Agamemnon is one of the most powerful and tragic forms of Greek mythology. King of Mycenae and commander-in-chief of the Achaeans in the Trojan War, his life is associated with hubris, sacrifice, glory and bloody vengeance. His story reflects the curse of the house of... More

Achilles in Ancient Greek Mythology

May 21, 202616 January, 2026 from Amalthea Nais

Achilles – Vertical Table Name :Achille Parents Peleus and Thetis Residence Phthia (Thessalian), Troy (camp) Roles and Responsibilities Top hero of the Trojan War, leader of the Myrmidons, symbol of valor and rage Other Names Peleides Syzymens Deidameia Children Neoptolemos (Pyros) Symbols Dory, shield, Armor Achilles, speed, heel (Achileus heel) Roman Name Achilles The Hero of the Iliad, the... More

Diomede: The heroic warrior of Iliad and the Trojan War

29 May, 2026December 27th, 2025 from Amalthea Nais

Diomedes, a hero of the Trojan War, in a dynamic battle – illustration inspired by ancient Greek art.

Diomedes, king of Argos and son of Tydea, is one of the leading heroes of the Trojan War and one of the most dynamic figures of the Iliad. He stands out for his excellence in battle, his actions against gods such as Venus and Mars, and his subsequent worship in Italy.

Aea the Telamony: The Great Hero of the Trojan War

24 June, 202626 December, 2025 from Amalthea Nais

Aias Telamonium in a dynamic battle against the Trojans – illustration inspired by ancient Greek art.

Discover Ajada the Telamonium, the heroic warrior of Salamis, his action in Troy and his tragic fate.

Atalanti: The heroine of Greek mythology and symbol of freedom

29 May, 202626 December, 2025 from Amalthea Nais

Atalanti participates in the Hunting of Calydonius Capros – an illustration inspired by ancient Greek art.

Atalanti is one of the most iconic female figures of Greek mythology, known for its speed, power and independence. He was raised by Artemis, participated in the hunt of Calydonius Capros and was eventually defeated by Hippomenus with the golden apples, before they were both transformed into lions.