Monica Paul
Bring your children to learn the incredible tale of Talos, the Giant Robot. Doty will accompany you, and Martin, the virtual reality robot, will tell the story.Talos is a fascinating figure from Greek mythology, associated with the island of Crete and the stories of Jason and the Argonauts. He represents a mix of ideas about robotics, divine protection, and the classic theme that even the mightiest usually have a weakness.Talos was first mentioned around 700 B.C. and is considered the earliest mention of robotics.Talos was an automaton, a mechanical being. Zeus had Hephaestus forging it to help Legendary King Minos protect Crete from thieves and enemies.Despite his colossal size and strength, Talos’s vulnerability was key to his survival. A single vein carrying Ichor (the blood of the gods, or divine life-fluid) and the single bronze plug securing it in his ankles represent a classic mythological trope. This detail makes his defeat possible through cleverness rather than brute force.Medea’s role is crucial. As a powerful sorceress, often portrayed as cunning and dangerous, she possesses the knowledge and power to exploit Talos’s weakness. She uses her magical trickery to make Talos loosen the bolted nail to spill the Ichor. Talos’ fall signifies the end of an era of absolute, unthinking protection for Crete.Explore the myth of Talos with your children and have fun. 'Talos, the Giant Robot' is a powerful story about protection, power, and the ingenuity required to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
