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Hector

The slain Trojan prince whose armor Ajax won, leading to the dispute.

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First appearance: ajax

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With Ajax (rivalry): Ajax and Hector are mortal enemies on the battlefield, locked in a fierce combat that defines Ajax's martial glory. In Endnotes: Mentioned in the context of Homer's account where he is dragged…

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  • Rivalry
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  • Ajax's family and allies
  • Protagonist
  • Greek leaders and gods

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Relationships

  • Ajax

    rivalry · negative

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