Gilgamesh

   Gilgamesh is 2/3 god and 1/3 human and his traits reflect that. He is the strongest and the natural king of the land, his godly side. He has his flaws, insensitive treatment of his constituents, an inability to find his place in the world, and most of all he is mortal. None can challenge Gilgamesh, or at least until Enkidu arrives. Enkidu was created by Anu to challenge Gilgamesh and protect the people. Enkidu brings Gilgamesh back to reality, Enkidu becomes his servant, friend, companion, and brother. He leads Gilgamesh along his path in life, so that he will be able to become as good of a king as possible. All is well until Ishtar, Goddess of Sex, steps into the picture. She is jealous that Gilgamesh resists her temptations and insults her by speaking of her previous mishaps with all of her lovers. She feels Gilgamesh is overstepping his bounds as a mortal, although he is 2/3 God. After his triumphs Gilgamesh becomes headstrong and Enkidu is the one that pays for it. Ishtar sends the bull of heaven to kill Gilgamesh, but Enkidu faithfully and bravely steps in and saves Gilgamesh. Enkidu then spites Ishtar by throwing a muscle of the bull at Ishtar. Ishtar is even angrier and talks to her fellow Gods, who determine that one of the two companions must die. Enkidu is that one that must die, as Gilgamesh is the king. Enkidu is the tragic hero is this occasion, he is killed by the Gods for simply being loyal to his king, his master.