Ajax · Character
Zeus
The king of the gods, invoked by characters in prayer and oaths.
minor
Also known as Zeus assail
First appearance: ajax
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With Ajax (psychological): Ajax appeals to Zeus as a god of justice, but feels abandoned by him, leading to a relationship of bitter supplication. With Odysseus (psychological): Odysseus invokes Zeus as a patron of…
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- Greek leaders and gods
- Protagonist
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