Leonidas
레오니다스
GreekClassical Greece (540-480 BCE)
"Spartan King of Thermopylae"
✦ Personality Traits
Brave
Sacrificing
Spartan
Defiant
Legendary
✦ About
Leonidas I was the Spartan king who led 300 Spartans against the Persian army at Thermopylae in 480 BCE. Though he knew it meant death, he held the pass long enough to allow Greek forces to organize their defense.
✦ Famous Story
When told Persian arrows would blot out the sun, Leonidas replied, 'Then we shall fight in the shade.'
✦ If You Match
You embody Leonidas's Spartan valor—standing firm when retreat would be easier.
✦ Also Known As
Leonidas I