The Resurgence of the Myrmidons and the Death of Patrokles

The Battle for the Body of Patrokles
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Today was both a day to rejoice and mourn. Today began with the resurgence of the Myrmidon. To our eyes it appeared as though Achilleus had stayed his anger and rejoined the Argives. In no time at all Hektor's leadership was overran and the Achaeans had pushed us not just away from the ships but towards the city walls once more. However, through the narrow slit in my visor I was able to view Phoebus Apollo strike at Achilleus wounding him. In doing so, Hektor was able to slay who we all thought to be Achilleus for he was clad in the armor we had all grown accustomed to seeing and fleeing from. But, during the fray, to our surprise, we learned that was in fact Achilleus companion Patrokles who was leading the Myrmidons out and who was slain by fierce Hektor, son of Priam. It is here that we must mourn, for if the anger burning in Achilleus heart was not quenched it soon will be, and a new fire will be kindled, one for Hektor. As war raged on Hektor was soon overtaken by Achaeans and it was through the words of Phoebus Apollo that I myself choose to rally the men and lead them in support of Hektor and Troy. Sadly, I fear my destiny still eludes me for I could not rally them, at least in such a way that Hektor did. Sometimes I wonder if my glory is not going to be won upon this battlefield where then shall it. And will the men I rally be as great as the men Hektor has…