Electra (mythological figure)

Electra is a character from Greek mythology, known primarily for her role in the story of her family’s tragic downfall. She is the daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra. After her father’s murder by her mother and her mother’s lover, Electra is consumed by grief and a desire for justice. She is often portrayed as a symbol of loyalty and vengefulness, encouraging her brother Orestes to avenge their father’s death. Electra’s story highlights themes of loyalty, revenge, and the complexities of family loyalty within Greek mythological narratives.