King of Underworld

The King of Underworld - Final Chapter

Mortal time flows ever so quickly. Even to gods who live eternally, the passage of time feels palpable—temple priests change, new nations arise, and the old fade away.

After the Trojan War, the age of heroes gradually came to an end. Mythical monsters vanished, and the gods found no reason to cultivate heroes any longer.

But the decisive turning point was Axilleia.

The tale of the hero Achilles, surviving amidst the chaos of war and monsters, was a grim and unflinching account of human perseverance.

"Most of the heroes who sought honor and glory in war never returned."
"Even Agamemnon, the king of Mycenae, didn’t come back. Could he have been eaten by a monster somewhere...?"
"Rather than chasing fleeting dreams, perhaps it’s better to focus on family and one’s homeland."

Before the Trojan War, heroes eagerly proclaimed their quest for honor and glory, rushing to the battlefield. But the grim realities of war changed them.

The countless soldiers who never returned to their families, the horrifying accounts of those who survived, and the harrowing tale of Achilles stranded on a monster-infested island all painted a sobering picture.

Those who once sought fame and prestige came to face reality. The era of monster hunters and lone warriors gave way to a focus on collective strength over individual valor.

Axilleia, compiled under the direction of Patroclus, gained immense renown. The name of Achilles, once simply a hero of war, grew to rival even Heracles.

Of course, in terms of raw feats, Achilles fell short of Heracles.

"Mom! I want to be like Achilles and fight on the battlefield!"
"Oh dear, you’re obsessed with that story again."
"But it’s so exciting! More than the tales of Heracles or Perseus!"
"Then you must also know that Achilles realized life is more important than honor or glory. Now come inside and eat."