The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Achilles
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 71
The very image of martial prowess, Achilles radiates the untouchable confidence of a warrior who has never known defeat. His presence commands attention like a storm on the horizon.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Young adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 71
- Books
- 1
Achilles, the legendary Greek hero of the Trojan War, occupied the Sigaean promontory with his Myrmidons. His reputation as an invincible warrior preceded him across the ancient world, making him a figure of both terror and admiration to those who faced him in battle.
Description
Achilles presents as a young Greek warrior of athletic, muscular build with sun-bronzed skin and short dark hair. His bronze armor gleams with authority, complemented by a crested helmet, round shield, and spear. His strong features and intense eyes convey the fierce confidence of one who has never tasted defeat.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
Appearances
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