A tour of the ancient Greek Underworld - Iseult Gillespie
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- Опубликовано: 23 окт 2023
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Achilles, just slain in the Trojan War, arrives in the Underworld and is greeted by Sibyl of Cumae- a prophetess and also the realm’s local guide. Though it gets a bad rap, Sibyl is determined to prove to the newcomer that hell is actually a lovely place to live; bursting with historic charm and eccentric neighbors. Iseult Gillespie takes a tour of the Underworld and its most infamous inhabitants.
Lesson by Iseult Gillespie, directed by Arvind Singh Jeena, Nikhita Prabhudesai Jeena, Totem Creative.
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the little expression on Achilles' face when she brought up Patroclus' name was precious
Bro's so sensitive about his 'best friend' apparently 😂
Ofc he did they were meant to be
Revisionism
@@frfras7 He was still sad and wrathful about it and him wanting to see Patroclus again isn't something this far off.
Basically, chill.
@@visionofsolace8961 chill bro? I just wrote a word 😭
I like to think Patroclus and Achilles reunited in the underworld and lived happily ever after
🥹😭
For clarification, they are lovers.
They did!! In the game Hades, Our boii Zagreus's one of the side quests was reuniting them.
wasn't that a strong implication?
“Lived” is perhaps unoptimal phrasing
Achilleus expressions throughout this video are great. He doesn't have to say a single word, but you always know how he feels.
Agreed! ^_^
Makes me think of mr bean
I know right?! :D
@@Dude-xb3xhWho is Mr.Bean?
@@Smiththeinspiringanimator a character from some skits that were really popular despite having no dialogue
Achilles expressions are the most realistic expressions anyone would make when they just died and suddenly some lady started to give you a tour you didn't ask for.
And all you wanna do is see your “bEsT fRiEnD” (aka lover) again but she insists on showing you around eternal damnination lol
This felt like Persephone herself guided Achilles and all of us through the domains of Hades. Absolutely wonderful.
I can see it
oh yeahh...I feel like Persephone has a sort of nurturing nature whenever I hear stories about her
@@NOOBCRASTINATOR69 I feel that way too
Those teary eyes upon hearing the name Patroclus. You had no right to do that to my heart, Ted Ed.
I wonder how many will get the reference!
Madeline Miller had no right to do that either, but she did. THEY DESERVE TO BE HAPPY. THEY SWORE IT.
is it normal to imagine that one part of the underworld would look a bit like a reception in an airport or am i just insane in the head
In the Percy Jackson books, the gate of the underworld is quote, “…a cross between airport security and the New Jersey Turnpike.”
Asphodel Meadows: you're mind becomes numb and everyone just stands or sits there, dumbly.
You are not insane. That's just interesting - your imagination. If you believe such is absolutely true and real, now that is insanity. Because you've never been to the underworld so you don't know what it's like. (Aside from the fact that we don't even know underworld exists in the first place)
Odd that they didn't include the Titans during the tour of Tartarus. They are some of the most important figures in Greek mythology. When the Olympians won the war against the Titans, the latter were overthrown and banished to Hades. Since the Titans are primoridal forces of nature, they cannot be killed, so the Olympians had no choice but to imprison them in Tartarus, the darkest deepest depths of the Underworld. For all of eternity, the Olympians have to struggle to keep the Titans locked away, lest chaos be unleashed upon the world and disrupt the order of the Olympians. Since the Gods of Mount Olympus symbolize the faults and flaws of humanity, as well as what we strive to be, they also represent mankind's eternal struggle against chaos by upholding order through great effort and struggling. After all, it takes an individual of great strength, such as an Olympian, to overcome the Titanic forces of everyday existence.
Well said
they also never mention about the fields of asphodel
Kinda did when they mentioned the Mourning Fields but felt it would be better if it had Asphodel meadows instead, such an overlooked realm between Elysium and Tartarus.
I learned about Greek mythology from Hades the video game and I am certainly proud of it 😂
The information was actually great and interesting to find about!
You certainly shouldn't be! 😂
In the immortal words of Tisiphone: Mmmmurrr...derr...?
In game, it makes sense that Tartarus is the easiest region since it's the starting area. But it's funny how the worst zone is the easiest, while the best zone is Elysium, and that region has such annoying enemies.
All love to my fellow Hades gamers ❤
"the heel (heal) boy. Sorry, I know that's a sensitive spot" got me
I was bummed when you guys were making less and less greek mythology videos, these videos are getting rarer by the day! I was glad to see you guys are making them again.
I liked Albert Camus’ nihilistic interpretation of Sisyphus as not torture but always having a motivation, a goal to reach. Because no matter what happens, he never gives up. He still, day in and day out, tries to push the boulder up the hill. He could easily give up, yet he never does.
The struggle itself towards the heights is enough to fill a man’s heart. One must imagine Sisyphus happy.
One must imagine sisyphus happy.
Nah when his boulder rolls down the hill the kinetic energy of his hard work rushes down like the ultimate hot wheel destroying all in its path
@@markydenit's almost impossible to imagine him happy isn't it? You certainly can get rid of negative thoughts
(Big Fan of Albert Camus btw, his take of society n governance is so deep and enriching)
But just what reasons he could have had to be happy
I mean.. He can't exactly give up as They'll just make him push it still
The narrator voice and tone is so inviting, you’d think that’s an Ad or a virtual tour for a college or a sorority 😂
But Nope , it’s the underworld
I love how Achilles and Patroclus reunited in the Underworld
whoever created this animation is a top tier proffesionals
give them a raise
Agreed
Song of Achilles was one of my top favorite books. No further discussion
Same, i'm so glad they mentioned it ❤
And then there’s the realm of Asphodel, the “purgatory” of the underworld. Sadly goes overlooked a lot with its long list of listless inhabitants, but hey it beats Tartarus. (Except if you’ve played Hades; in which case it’s constantly on fire.)
When you're a skeleton, I doubt the sensation of burning remains. In the post game...
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It's revealed the inhabitants of Asphodel are used to the lava. I like the cold, but if I were to spend the rest of my immortal soul in Asphodel, I'm pretty sure the form I would take would enjoy it.
I like how despite her cheerful demeanor. Nothing she says is dispelling Achilles" dread of being sent to the Underworld" 😂
Agreed
Edit: I meant agreed
Teary-eyed upon hearing of Patroclus ❤❤❤❤❤ Heartwarming. Soon they will reunite...
Kudos to animators and Ted Ed team. They are the Picassos of knowledge turning random dry topics into vibrant work of art that makes learning fun.🙏🙏❤❤
3:56
Another mythological Greek figure known to have done a similar gruesome act was Lycaon - king of Arcadia - who was then punished by Zeus by being turned into a wolf.
Ands that’s where the word “lycanthrope” came from
"Thats it, youre becoming a furry"
"NNNOOOOOOOOOOOO"
They turned him into a furry lmao
What's that guy's name who Zeus had him bound to a mountain,every day a vulture swoops down to eat his liver while the guy is still alive.
Only for his body to fully heal by nightfall and repeat the painful cycle once again.
@@user-xs5bl9dy6d Prometheus, god of foresight, he was also saved by Heracles
Achilles just needs a hug
It seems that the idea of the underworld isn’t about physical torture but more of a psychological one .
Hope is still there , but your efforts remain futile and despair is the everlasting feeling 😢
I love how they didn’t state the nature if the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus
True love doesn't need labels❤❤
@@spirit4607 exactly!
Couple of bros, being dudes. /s
@@spirit4607, yes it needs. In order to order love from sin.
Very well done (and thought out) animation. Great attention to detail, not only regarding Achilles but also about the distinction between the various facets of the underworld. Good stuff. Thanks.
Achilles is such a sad boy, and I am here for it.
I love this, how is references all of the different myths and stories relating to the Underworld in Greek mythology.
Definitely going to share this with people and save it for later.
Omg ted ships Achilles and Patroclus 🥺🥺🥺🥺
The expressions of Achilles are nicely done and easy to understand without through words. He gives me a Courage the Cowardly Dog vibe which i really like
What about Asphodel? The place were people who were not heroes nor criminals just vibe and chill forever.
1:25 I love how that reflects the time he got his near complete indestructibility
Great job guys , superb animations
I would seriously watch full seasons and full-length episodes of stuff like this it’s pure entertainment and educational quality
We need more of these please 🙏🏻
I was rereading the song of Achilles yesterday and wow, Ted Ed has published a video about them now 😩❤️
Put my hand to my heart when Patroclus was mentioned. I was sobbing at the end of the book
The game Hades is wonderful if you want a deep dive in the underworld. (Also get to interact and even reunite Achilles and Patroclus.
“I brought foes to their knees in Phonesia, breezed through Gaza to Giza. Had the Balkans, Persia, Syria, Iraq and Pakistan in my expansion pack!” Alexander the Great
Edit: Kudos! Greek for the glory I brought, from winning every single war that I fought!
Cringe
@@jigsaw2253 dude uncool
ENOUGH ! I don't stand chance against your skill. Da slovia ! A drink for your victory.
Epic Rap Battles of History is just awesome!
Finally a RUclips guide for this, feels like iv been asking for a few thousand years.
I really need to read Song of Achilles. Also man this channel is the best
I'm here to warn you: no, don't. Your heart will break and you will not stop thinking about them. You will become obsessed with playing Hades and writing/reading fanfiction in half-successful attempts to make your soul whole again.
@@Harambae613I can confirm
Tantalus is where we get the world “tantalizing” from
How Achellies tries to get out of the boat is so funny😂
this was the most hilarious picture of Greek underworld 😁 and the way of narration added so much flavour.
I learned about a ton of Greek lore thanks to video games like Hades and God of War.
The narration was amazing!
Jeez, what a nice way to explore the Greek afterlife (all that was missing were the titans in their eternal prison). after the Ani papyrus is an excellent way to find out what the ancients believed about the afterlife. (those from Extra History= Extra Credits: they had already done their own tour of the ancient Greek Underworld entitled "A Tour of Hades - The Ancient Greek Underworld - Extra Mythology", only they went out on it)
A Tour of Hades: ruclips.net/video/Zu7c3Uv366M/видео.html
Believe it or not, the Titans were actually later freed from Tartarus and Kronos was given joint rulership of Elysium with Persephone
I know this, unfortunately very few people talk about it and no one has made a worthy video.
Ahhh I always wait for iseult's videos.
Love her voice, its like that of a hostess of a luxury airline or a travel agent.
2:17 that chibi Achilles 🤪😇
yet another beautiful animation!
4:47 one must imagine him happy
Not included are The Fields of Punishment (the punishment for sinners not bad enough for Tartarus) and Asphodel Fields (the catch-all for everyone else)
No mention of asphodel is maddening
I love the animation and I want to see more of the story.
She’s selling it. Love it!!!
I love these videos about mythology
Water from the river of Lethe was used as a plot point in the So weird series finale when the Philips family and Clue broke an amphora meant for Annie from a enemy that wanted revenge. Mind you that she was there for just the one season after Fiona left.
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I love song of Achilles, it’s my favorite book ever
The VA for the prophetess is really enjoying herself.
brilliant animation. just, brilliant.
How many children do you think Zeus has? You can come to the channel and take part in the survey.
Thank you for your stimulus video. I am an intermediate English learner, 3:31; the idiom " have one's way with" have exceptionally educational meaning which I referred to our indigenous dictionary, I found there somewhat proceeding/innovative/old-fashioned meaning.
"HEEL, BOY!"
"oh sorry, I know thats a sensitive spot"
THIS IS THE MOST UNDERRATED JOKE IN THIS VIDEO
I love how in the beginning he still had the arrow in his ankle
Anyone remember the episode of "Dinosaurs" where the grandma kept dying and reporting back about the afterlife so she wound up on TV selling condos in the afterlife? This reminds me of that episode. Good fun.
One must imagine Sisyphus happy...
Such an adorable animation!
When I hear Persephone mention Patroclus and Achilles suddenly tearing up, the first thought I had was the Song of Achilles and it actually popped up at the end! I love that book so much
The narrator's voice is so soothing 😌
She didn't seem to mention Hades and Persephone's palace with their vast riches of gold and diamonds on their thrones who he is supposed to meet when he gets there.
Maybe they're busy
Well done, VERY accurate!
lovely storytelling
3:55 Ooh, I’ve never heard this version of the story before!
I’d watch a series of this
Hades 2 is coming out and this vid just got me excited!
This was great! I just finished the audiobooks of Mythos and Heroes by Stephen Fry - so awesome and so many stories!
Heel boy!!😂😂😂
It was all Cumulous from there, nothing nimbus about this awesome trip to the underworld.
Hope to visit someday!
I simply love the tone of the narrator’s voice, its like a 1950’s commercial with a touch os humor
I loooove this animation
I was waiting with bathed breath to hear Patroclus's name and I was not disappointed!😊
Beautiful animation!! I enjoyed this tour in the underworld 😂.
My Achilles heel is my RUclips addiction.
Same
Awesome! :D
How many children do you think Zeus has? You can come to the channel and take part in the survey.
The only thing better than the animation of Achilles is the voice of the narrator; I love her hushed gossipy tone when she talks about the king flirting with Hera 😂😂
Nice Wilhelm screams around 2:45! "The Greatest Sinners of all time"
Only one can imagine Sisyphus pushing his boulder up that hill
nice creative story.
Omg the lil achilles is weirdly cute considering he's a literal invincible warrior (if you don't count his foot)
“Patroclus is around here somewhere” is he?! IS HE?! 😭
King Tantalus's story is how we got the word tantallise.
One must imagine Sisyphus happy, as you watch this video.
Thanks to Rick Riordan's book series heroes of Olympus I was able to predict everything
A video on types of Brutal punishment/accidents
The song of Achilles ❤️❤️❤️
finally ted ed mentioned france!
"Acheron, the river of woe" Me: *plays Acheron music*
Way down Hadestown, way down under the ground... 🥀
What happened to the isles of the blessed? If you chose to be reborn and reach Elysium 3 times you were sent to the isles of the blessed, a literal heaven
That was fun 😊
really nice
Amazing
great!