#nicias

[quail-of-alcibiades]

Because no one has done it and I need to distract myself from the misery of exams. I think I might have mischaracterised half of these peopl

i did a thing...but i can't promise it's accurate. it's just for funsies please don't hate me. i just realised some of these guys aren't Athenian. oops.

[whencyclopedia]

The Greek Phalanx

The Greek phalanx was a formidable military strategy that dominated ancient battlefields for centuries. Originating in Sumeria around the 25th century BCE, this formation later influenced Egyptian and Greek warfare, becoming a hallmark of Greek military tactics. The phalanx's success lay in its dense, shield-walled ranks, where warriors stood shoulder-to-shoulder, armed with long spears.

Key Facts

Origins: The phalanx formation has roots in ancient Sumeria, with influences through Egypt.

Armament: Warriors were equipped with long spears and interlocking shields.

Literary Mention: The phalanx is famously described in Homer's works, dating back to the 8th century BCE.

Name Origin: The term "phalanx" comes from the Greek word for "finger," reflecting the formation's tight, finger-like lines.

Historical Context

The phalanx spread from Sumeria to Egypt and eventually became a defining feature of Greek warfare. Its effectiveness was heightened by the discipline and cohesion of the soldiers, making it a powerful force against less organized opponents.

Historical Significance

The phalanx played a pivotal role in shaping the course of ancient battles, notably in Greek warfare. Its strategic design and effectiveness influenced military tactics for centuries, showcasing the ingenuity of ancient warriors.

Learn More: The Greek Phalanx

[attichoney4u]

(Technically speaking, it's one mythological figure, seven Athenians and one Spartan). Inspired by "Nine lives: the Rise and Fall of Athens"

Disclaimer: I am not saying I'm an expert, most of the information here are plain Wikipedia searches + stuff I remember from school + plus information that may or may not be true from Tumblr/instagram/YouTube. There are nine results.

Maybe I will do one for Crete next time... or maybe Thessaloniki. Tell me recommendations!

[gemsofgreece]

https://uquiz.com/xu4aOs

Wanna see if you get Pericles?

Ha!

(Technically speaking, it's one mythological figure, seven Athenians and one Spartan). Inspired by "Nine lives: the Rise and Fall of Athens"

" Oh you poor unfortunate soul, you're Nicias and... things in life aren't going great right now, aren't they?-

Say no more XD

[harrowianthe]

it's the <em>Peloponnesian War</em> whose name are you writing on your ὄστρακον choose wisely

Thucydides

Alcibiades

Pericles

Demosthenes

Cleon

Nicias

Voting ended onFeb 13, 2023

[confused-beany]

Random but Socrates... was a bitch.

I'm reading some of his early Dialogues for homework and this guy is seriously having the time of his life winding people up and making fun of his friends. Man just said "So you're saying saying playing flute and fighting war is the same?" (Yes, if you're Wei Wuxian) to his buddy Nicias who's trying his best. And then the bitchass Laches - who Nicius saved from Socrates' interrogation by the way - is like, "you dumbass". And Socrates is like, " hey let's not bash on the guy let's help :).". But now Nicias is pissed, "Laches is being a bitch cause he's already proven himself to be a moron."

And then they proceeded to have a verbal fistfight (probably even had an actual fistfight from the vibes) that went down in history.

And Socrates is just standing there all "Interesting"

No wonder people wanted to kill that dude so bad.

[archaeologs]

Perseus frees Andromeda from her fetters; the slain sea monster is seen at the left. From the House of the Dioscurides at Pompeii (destroyed AD 79), after a Greek original associated with the name of the late-4th-century BC painter Nicias. Height 1.22 m.

[justawfulxmenart]

Me and cousins and you and your cousins, it's a line that's always running … You could turn your back on a bitter world. -Vampire Weekend, "Cousins" Rereading the Kiesha'ra book series (which is excellent and underrated as all hell btw) and decided to take a stab at the "Next Generation," so to speak. These are characters largely featured in the Falcondance/Wolfcry installments. You can find part 1 (characters from the Hawksong/Snakecharm books) here: www.deviantart.com/dead-raccoo… I was just so sad there is no book about these fantastic kids growing up together. Technically, they aren't all cousins (Sive is technically Oliza's auntie despite being 3 years younger) buuuut they all seem to have the same platonic rapport cousins have. From top left the Kiesha'ra kids in their human and bird/animal forms: Sive - golden hawk, daughter of Nacola and Gerard, Danica's baby sister and Oliza's aunt Oliza - Wyvern (half hawk, half cobra), daughter of Danica and Zane, heir to the avian and serpiente thrones Salem - black cobra, son of Irene and Galen, Oliza's cousin Nicias - peregrine falcon, son of Sebastian and Kel, it's teased a bit that he and Oliza might hook up, but they just remain very close friends * Sive, raised in a conservative home, is quite innocent and sheltered and sometimes alarmed by her boisterous cousin Oliza, but she often backs Oliza up on her mischief teasing the boys (top left corner). Growing up, Sive is Oliza's partner in crime. But she can still look just as innocent and sweet around her mum Nacola who would be horrified if she knew her daughter was dancing with snakes! * Oliza, is the gang's natural ringleader. She's a tough scrappy little tomboy, though she and Sive get together often to give Salem makeovers (bottom left corner). * Salem takes after his uncle Zane in many ways, but has his mum Irene's diplomatic personality, but still a cobra's temper. Though he takes quite a bit of provoking to lash out. He's a romantic who falls HARD for a gorgeous emerald boa named Rosalind (top right corner). Oliza and Sive are not impressed. * Oliza's two childhood suitors (bottom right corner) are Marus (a serious young raven) and Urban (a sassy python). Their rivalry is infamous. Urban is very flashy and daring, I thought an albino python form would suit him just right Characters belong to Amelia Atwater-Rhodes. Art is all mine.