effulgentpoet:mythology aesthetics DIOMEDESDiomedes is a hero in Greek mythology, known primarily fo
effulgentpoet:mythology aesthetics DIOMEDESDiomedes is a hero in Greek mythology, known primarily for his participation in the Trojan War. Diomedes enters the war with a fleet of 80 ships. Second only to Achilles, Diomedes is considered to be the mightiest and the most skilled warrior among the Achaeans. He and Odysseus were the only Achaean heroes who participated in covert military operations that demanded discipline, bravery, courage, cunning, and resourcefulness. He was the favorite warrior of Athena (who even drove his chariot once). He was also the only hero except Heracles, son of Zeus, that attacked - and even wounded - Olympian gods (most notably Ares, whom he struck with his spear). Only Diomedes and Menelaus were offered immortality and became gods. X -- source link
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