# Iris — The Iliad character guide

> Iris in The Iliad by Homer.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Fleet-footed Iris, Swift-footed Iris, Wind-footed Iris

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

## Who they are

Messenger goddess of the gods, often bearing commands from Zeus.

## Links

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