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The gods hold a meeting, with a divide between those supporting either the Achaeans or Trojans. Agamemnon showers insults at Odysseus, he then defused by stating that Odysseus should not be baited to rage by him and apologizes. Powerful depictions of combat such as Odysseus throwing a spear through a man’s temple, and the goddesses aiding both sides. Ajax is unveiled as a powerful foe as combat escalates.
— Aug 26, 2026 07:29PM
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Ethan E
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(Book 3) The two forces meet in a large field, With their massive formations shaking the earth. Menelaus and Paris are set to battle to decide which side gets Helena, whose kidnapping by Paris began the war. An agreement with sacrifice is made upon the gods. Paris is nearly killed but is saved by Aphrodite, sent to his room and makes love to Helena. The Achaeans felt the agreement is violated; conflict is ignited.
— Aug 24, 2026 12:56PM
Ethan E
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(Book 2) Agamemnon receives a deceptive dream from Zeus ordering him to attack, an insubordinate, Thersites, lashes out at his commanders and is then beaten by Odysseus with a staff. Vast description of commanders and forces of Achaeans as well as Troy. Odysseus provides a powerful motivating speech and rallies the forces, preparing them to attack a Trojan city, while the Trojans head out to meet the oncoming attack.
— Aug 21, 2026 12:19PM
Ethan E
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An intriguing beginning as the first ancient classic I have begun to read. Book 1: The daughter of a powerful priest is captured by the Achaeans, but is then returned due to Apollo, sparking animosity and a powerful argument between Achilles and his superior, Agamemnon. Achilles prays to his mother, Thetis, who relays to Zeus and comes to an agreement to aid Achilles. This causes issue with Hera, but Zeus dominates.
— Aug 19, 2026 02:13PM