# Hector — The Iliad character guide

> Hector in The Iliad by Homer.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** crested Hector, plumed Hector, mighty Hector, the Trojan knight Hector, royal Hector

**First appearance:** 0001-the-iliad

## Who they are

The greatest Trojan warrior and defender of Troy, son of Priam.

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