In Persian mythology, Rustem was a hero. he was the son of Zal, and the kings champion. Rustem always rode fearlessly into battle, conquering mortals and demons alike. The king became jealous of Rustem and set a trap for him, ordering deep ditches lined with spikes to be dug and then inviting Rustem to go hunting in the land. Rustem's faithful horse, Rakhsh refused, but Rustem encouraged him on and they both fell into a ditch and were mortally wounded. before dying
Rustem shot the king dead with his bow and arrow. Research Rustem
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