chapter 8: Atalanta of Arcadia

6: WRESTLING PELEUS

After returning from the voyage, I compete in the funeral games of King Pelias to honor the fallen. Victorious in archery and racing, I accept a challenge from the Argonaut Peleus in wrestling. We lock in struggle until I find my advantage and force his submission before the watching crowd. My triumph wins me the olive wreath crown and proves that I am the equal of any man.

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