
Episode 31: The Requiem at Athens (Sophocles' Oedipus at Colonus)
Literature and History
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The Deluded Leader's Call to War
A character's delusion of grandeur leads him to justify starting a war to seize the throne he believes is rightfully his, showcasing his narcissistic tendencies. He calls for followers to join him in his delusional quest, emphasizing his uniqueness and the righteousness of his cause, while others express doubt and cynicism about the true intentions behind the conflict.
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