In Greek mythology, Nychius (Ancient Greek: Νύχιός means ‘nightly’) was a member of the Ethiopian army who participated in the Trojan War.Quintus Smyrnaeus, 2.364
Mythology Nychius followed his leader, King Memnon, to fight on the side of the Trojans during the Trojan War. “. . .To right, to left His (i.e. Mennon) stalwart helpers wrought in battle-toil, Alcyoneus and Nychius, and the son Of Asius furious-souled; Meneclus' spear, Clydon and Alexippus, yea, a host Eager to chase the foe, men who in fight Quit them like men, exulting in their king.”Quintus Smyrnaeus, 2.362-367
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