In which the mighty Hector and the Trojan host undertake a fierce assault on the great wall built by the Argives to protect their ships, striving with determined valour to breach its defences and kindle destruction amongst their foes. Amidst the clash of helmets and the thunderous cry of battle, omens and counsel vie as the tide of strife weighs evenly, till the gods stir swift change and the gates fall open to the storm of war.