The Armor of Achilles

    By Marko

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    10 Apr, 2024

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    Achilleus sat by the sea, his heart heavy with the death of Patroklos. His eyes were filled with a burning determination to avenge his friend.

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    Thetis, seeing her son's pain, came to him. 'My son,' she said softly. 'I understand your grief, but you need armor to fight.'

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    Thetis ascended to Olympus, to the great smith Hephaistos. 'I need your help, Hephaistos,' she said. 'My son needs armor to fight in the battle.'

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    Hephaistos, hearing Thetis' request, nodded. 'I will craft armor for Achilleus,' he said. 'The finest armor that has ever been made.'

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    Hephaistos worked tirelessly, his hammer striking the metal. The armor began to take shape, strong and gleaming, fit for a hero.

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    Once the armor was complete, Thetis thanked Hephaistos. 'This will protect my son,' she said gratefully, and took the armor back to the mortal realm.

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    Thetis returned to Achilleus and presented the divine armor. 'This will protect you, my son,' she said. 'Now go and fight with honor.'

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    Achilleus donned the armor, feeling its power. 'I will make the Trojans pay,' he vowed. 'For Patroklos.'

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    Achilleus charged into the battle, his warcry resonating across the field. The Trojans, seeing him, started to retreat in fear.

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    The Greeks, inspired by Achilleus, fought with renewed vigor. Slowly, they started to push back the Trojans.

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    Achilleus, leading the Greeks, managed to recover Patroklos' body. 'Rest in peace, my friend,' he said softly. 'I have avenged you.'

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    With Patroklos' body recovered and the Trojans driven away, Achilleus stood tall. His heart was still heavy, but he had fulfilled his promise.