fights Patroclus, he is said to fight like a "... [lion] on a mountain height". Being compared to the best animal and one of the most feared killers exemplifies the strength and formidable nature of this hero. When Hector is described as "Hector of the flashing or shining helmet", Homer is portraying Hector as a menacing character on the battlefield, someone to be feared but respected at the same time.
             One can see not only Hector's strength but also his intelligence when he storms the Greek wall since he informs his men to dismount from their chariots and storm the wall on foot. He did this because there were spikes in the trench that would cripple his men, leaving them to be killed. Because of Hector's intelligence and forethought, he is able to devise and implement a plan in order to gain the best advantage in war. Therefore, the various descriptions of Hector represent his strength and intellige
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