Gilgamesh (mythological king)

Gilgamesh is a legendary king from ancient Mesopotamian mythology, believed to have ruled the city of Uruk around 2700 BCE. He is often depicted as a formidable and semi-divine ruler with great strength and wisdom. His story, captured in the Epic of Gilgamesh, explores themes of heroism, friendship, mortality, and the quest for eternal life. Gilgamesh's adventures include battling monsters, seeking immortality, and learning about the human condition. His tales are among the earliest known writings and provide insights into early civilization’s values, religion, and understanding of life and death.