Nychius

In Greek mythology, Nychius (Ancient Greek: Νύχιός means ‘nightly’) was a member of the Ethiopian army who participated in the Trojan War.^[1]

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.”[2]