# Laias — Poetry character guide

> Laias in Poetry by Matthew Arnold.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Aepytus Laias, O Aepytus

**First appearance:** 0144-merope

## Who they are

A friend or ally of Aepytus in the Merope drama.

## Relationships

### [Aepytus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_16_se/characters/aepytus)

_friendship_

Laias is a trusted ally and supporter of Aepytus, aiding him in his quest to reclaim the throne from Polyphontes.

### [Polyphontes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/poetry_16_se/characters/polyphontes)

_rivalry_

Laias is a supporter of Aepytus and thus an enemy of the usurper Polyphontes, opposing his rule.

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