Aristeia

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An aristeia or aristia (; Ancient Greek: ἀριστεία [aristěːaː], "excellence") is a narrative element in the dramatic conventions of epic poetry. Studied particularly in Homeric works and in the Cycle, an aristeia describes the actions of a single hero (the aristeuôn) within a larger battle. Literally, "moment of excellence", aristeiai often coincide with battleground slaughter and feature one warrior who dominates the battle by conquering a series of foes. Aristeia may result in the death of the hero, and therefore suggests a "battle in which he reaches his peak as a fighter and hero".

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