Templum Bellonae

The Iliad/Greek myth

My other favourite Iliad story, because Gloria Mundi is just so talented.

“I will avenge you, when you’re dead,” he’d said to Achilles once.

“You think even Death can part us?” Achilles had murmured, pretending surprise. “Surely I will find my way back to your arms.”

“And leave me waiting for you?” Patroclus had said, laughing. “No! I’ll come to Hades, and bring you out with me.” He’d sealed the vow with a kiss.

Achilles had kissed him back, and let the kiss seal his lips. That was not the fame he had been promised.

The death of Hector, and Achilles sends a message to Patroclus.

Messenger by Gloria Mundi