# Patroclus — The Iliad character guide

> Patroclus in The Iliad by Homer.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Menoetiades, knight Patroclus, Noble Patroclus, the gallant Menoetiades

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

## Who they are

Achilles' beloved companion, whose death spurs Achilles to return to battle.

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