Character

Prince

Troilus

devoted brave jealous disillusioned loyal

Troilus fights as a young prince of Troy, son of King Priam and brother to Hector and Paris. He defends his city against the Greek siege with skill and resolve, yet questions war's endless killing. Devoted to Cressida, he risks danger to protect her, torn between jealousy over rivals like Diomede, family duty, and dreams of a shared future. Brave in duels against champions like Achilles, he balances fierce loyalty to Troy with personal attachments that expose his vulnerability amid looming defeat.

11 appearances

Trojan Warriors

Troilus's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

11 moments

S3E8 · Death of a Spy

Vicki and Troilus share unexpected kinship

Begins with feigned bravado and defensiveness, but quickly shifts to vulnerability and reflection. His admission about not enjoying killing is tinged with shame, while Vicki’s empathy allows him to feel understood—a rare moment of connection in his isolated world.

Troilus, initially defensive and playful, reveals his disillusionment with war as the conversation progresses. He starts by teasing Vicki about Cassandra’s accusations but quickly admits he doesn’t enjoy killing—only adventure. …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Cassandra orders Cressida’s surveillance

Eager and slightly anxious, driven by his concern for Cressida’s well-being and his desire to be with her.

Troilus arrives in the palace, concerned for Cressida’s safety and eager to find her. He is oblivious to the tension between Cassandra and the others, his focus solely on locating …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Vicki’s loyalty tested in the square

Calm and measured, but with an underlying tension as he balances the need to maintain peace with the urgency of Cassandra's warnings.

Priam intervenes to calm the situation, questioning Vicki about her whereabouts and defending her against Cassandra's accusations. He instructs his people to prepare for a celebration, prioritizing unity and optimism …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Vicki manipulates Troilus into leaving Troy

Conflicted—surface calm masking deep anxiety and vulnerability. His trust in Vicki wars with his instincts, and his jealousy of Diomede adds a layer of emotional turmoil. By the end, he is resigned, his fate sealed by his devotion.

Troilus enters the chamber with devotion and urgency, addressing Vicki as 'Cressida' and pledging his unconditional loyalty to her. He is initially suspicious of her request to leave the city …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Troilus and Achilles' fatal duel

A volatile mix of grief, rage, and despair, with a fleeting moment of triumph before succumbing to fatalism.

Troilus, consumed by grief over Diomede’s death and betrayal by Cressida, initially searches for Steven outside Troy’s walls but mistakes Achilles for his brother. Enraged by Achilles’ taunts, he declares …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Troilus confronts Achilles in fatal duel

A volatile mix of rage, sorrow, and despair, masking a deep longing for Cressida and a futile desire to avenge his brother. His emotions oscillate between defiance and resignation as he faces his death.

Troilus, driven by grief over Hector’s death and the betrayal of Cressida, mistakes Achilles for Diomede and engages in a desperate, vengeful duel. He fights with surprising skill, momentarily gaining …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Achilles reveals Diomede’s death to Troilus

A volatile mix of righteous fury, crushing despair, and fatalistic acceptance—his initial defiance crumbles into grief as he realizes the futility of his quest and the inevitability of his death.

Troilus, driven by grief and a misplaced sense of vengeance, searches desperately for Diomede outside Troy’s walls, only to be ambushed by Achilles. Initially defiant and skilled in combat, he …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Vicki’s Pledge to Rebuild Troy

A fragile mix of despair and dawning hope—his initial anger and grief give way to cautious optimism as Vicki’s vision of rebuilding takes hold.

Troilus is physically wounded and emotionally devastated, watching the burning ruins of Troy. He accuses Vicki (disguised as Cressida) of betrayal, his voice trembling with pain and confusion. When Vicki …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Vicki’s Confession in Troy’s Ruins

A raw mix of betrayal and longing—his anger at Cressida’s perceived abandonment masks a deeper fear of loss, but Vicki’s confession ignites a fragile, desperate hope for a future amid the ruins.

Troilus stands wounded and distraught on the plain outside Troy, his armor bloodied and his spirit broken as he watches the city burn. He confronts Vicki (disguised as Cressida) with …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Doctor entrusts Steven to Katarina

Not directly observable, but inferred as a source of both reassurance (for Vicki) and anxiety (for Steven and the Doctor). His presence in Troy is tied to Vicki’s safety and the Doctor’s attempts to justify her absence.

Troilus is mentioned by the Doctor as the person Vicki went to find in Troy. His name is invoked in the context of Vicki’s safety and her choice to stay, …

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S3E9 · Horse of Destruction

Steven’s delirious plea for Vicki

Not directly observable, but inferred as a source of emotional tension and conflict for the Doctor and Steven, symbolizing the loss of Vicki’s companionship.

Troilus is not physically present in the TARDIS but is invoked by the Doctor as the reason Vicki chose to stay in Troy. His name is mentioned in the context …

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Affiliation

Trojans (Including Royal Household)

Trojan City Defense and Warfare