HowlerPod 69 - House Raa Part 2 – Atlas & Diomedes: Character Studies
Aug 28, 2020
Erin and Ben delve into the complex legacies of Atlas and Diomedes from House Raa. They discuss Atlas's tactical brilliance and cruel decisions, including his dramatic confrontations and motives. Diomedes's honor and skill are explored, alongside his mysterious alliances and future potential. The hosts share favorite moments, including Diomedes's humor and predictions for upcoming storylines. The dynamic debate on whether these characters are deemed Prime or Pixie adds an exciting twist as they read listener insights and cast potential actors for the roles.
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Atlas As Calculated Fear Knight
- Atlas Arra is portrayed as a calculated, intellectual Fear Knight who uses psychological warfare and brutal tactics to shorten wars.
- His scars, limp, and scarred neck humanize him while his methods terrify allies and enemies alike.
Atlas Kidnaps Orion And Battles Darrow
- Ben recounts Atlas kidnapping and torturing Orion and then clashing repeatedly with Darrow in Dark Age's desert scenes.
- The struggle culminates with Atlas triggering the Mercury shield wall collapse and later being freed by the Gorgons.
Diomedes' Honor Shapes Politics
- Diomedes reads as an honor-obsessed, taciturn warrior whose presence compels respect and fear across the Rim.
- His restraint and refusal to fight cheapen spectacle but reinforce a moral code that may shift political alliances.
