Greek Mythology Encyclopedia (Ajax, Atlas)

Ajax

Nicknames

Ajax the Great, Telemonian Ajax, Enormous Ajax

Family History

Famous Deeds

Was known as the 2nd best warrior in the Trojan War, behind Achilles. The only person who was even close to defeating him was Hector of Troy who had a day long battle with him that only ended up in a tie. When Achilles was murdered via his heel, his armor was up for grabs and Ajax was one of the prime candidates to receive it, however it was given to Odysseus and Ajax killed a bunch of sheep he thought were the Greeks who he felt betrayed him. When he figured out they were just sheep he was so embarrassed that he stabbed himself in the chest.

Traits/Powers

Extremely Strong, Incredibly Tall, Had no Fear

Famous Stories

The play made about his life was based largely around the story of him murdering the sheep out of his jealousy and pride towards Odysseus receiving Achilles armor.

Modern References

Ajax FC (Dutch Soccer Team)

Ajax with Bleach (Cleaning Products)

Atlas

Nicknames

N/A

Family History

Atlas was a titan and therefore was a descendant of Chaos

Famous Deeds

Was one of the leaders of the titans and led them into battles during the Titanomachy

Had the job of holding the earth and heavens for eternity

Instructed humans on astronomy for navigation

Traits/Powers

Strong and determined, but also gullible

Famous Stories

After leading the Titans into battle against Zeus and losing, Zeus punished him by condemning him to hold up the heavens for eternity, as well as guiding sailors via Astronomy.

Modern References

Books of Maps are called Atlas’