So there reigns another deathless god who marshals clouds as does Zeus who bears the aegis. I am honored to be in your presence, O mighty Odinson. Until now I had known of the gods who dwell in Asgard only by Loki, god of lies. The man who comes before you now is Achilles, son of Peleus and Thetis the silver-footed goddess, he who is lauded as the best of the Achaeans. My skill and strength in waging war, with long-shadowed spear and keen-edged blade alike, is proof of this.