The Illiard

1. Mythical female spirits of nature, often associated with particular locations such as forests, rivers, and mountains.
3. An ancient city in present-day Turkey, which was the setting of the Trojan War.
7. A metaphorical term referring to a person's vulnerability or weak point, derived from the legend of Achilles.
9. The concept of destiny or the predetermined course of events in Greek mythology. It is often seen as an inexorable force that determines the outcomes of human lives.
10. The Greek king and leader of the expedition against Troy. His actions often lead to conflicts among the Greek warriors.
11. The king of the gods in Greek mythology, who often interferes in the events of the Trojan War.
12. The Trojan prince who abducted Helen, leading to the Trojan War. He is often seen as cowardly and lacking in honor.
15. Achilles' closest companion and cousin. He wears Achilles' armor into battle and is killed by Hector, leading to Achilles' return to the war seeking revenge.
17. A magnificent shield crafted by the god Hephaestus for Achilles. It is described in great detail in the Iliad, depicting various scenes of life and war.

2. The king of Sparta and husband of Helen, whose efforts to reclaim his wife are a catalyst for the Trojan War.
4. A Greek hero and strategist, known for his cunning and intelligence. He plays a key role in the Greek victory in the Trojan War and later embarks on a long journey home, which is the subject of Homer's other epic. He seeks to protect his city and his sons during the Trojan War.
5. A two-wheeled vehicle pulled by horses, commonly used in ancient warfare.
6. A massive wooden horse used by the Greeks to infiltrate Troy. It was presented as a peace offering, but Greek warriors were hidden inside and emerged to sack the city.
8. The wife of Menelaus, the Spartan king, whose abduction by Paris of Troy sparked the Trojan War.
13. The greatest Greek hero of the Trojan War, known for his strength and invulnerability except for his special spot.
14. A Trojan captive girl awarded to Achilles, whose capture by Agamemnon becomes a point of contention between the Greek leaders.
16. The Trojan prince and warrior, known for his bravery and honor. He is the main opponent of Achilles and is eventually killed by him.