Kings of Heros, the Essay relates Gilgamesh and Oedipus as two Heroic kings.

Kings of Heros Fairness, loyalty, and protection are all qualities that a proper king would bestow upon his people. Such qualities are rarities amongst our recently read works, however these qualities are not always necessary for kings to be heroic. Gilgamesh, for example, takes advantage of his people's brides on their wedding nights and is a foolish ruler. Oedipus, on the other hand, helps his people cope with their problems. Between the two, Oedipus is …showed first 75 words of 1074 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1074 total…opposites, turn out to be very similar heros. Oedipus is clearly the best leader of the two. He only showed weakness of denial in times of personal desperation, but in the end fulfilled his destiny to be a good kind and a good hero. Gilgamesh was a lousy king with no morals. After little humility and newfound companionship he too was an excellent of a hero. Two very different rulers can be equally great leaders.