In Greek mythology, Nychius (Ancient Greek: Νύχιός means ‘nightly’) was a member of the Ethiopian army who participated in the Trojan War.1
Mythology
Nychius followed his leader, King Memnon, to fight on the side of the Trojans during the Trojan War.
- “. . .To right, to left
- His (i.e. Mennon) stalwart helpers wrought in battle-toil,
- Alcyoneus and Nychius, and the son
- Of Asius furious-souled; Meneclus' spear,
- Clydon and Alexippus, yea, a host
- Eager to chase the foe, men who in fight
- Quit them like men, exulting in their king.”2
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