Description: (Ruler)
Tomyris, a legendary queen of the Massagetae, displayed great skill and courage as she led her armies in defense against an attack by Cyrus the Great of the Achaemenid Empire. Her victory over Cyrus in 530 BC showcased her strength and determination, symbolized by his severed head placed in a bowl of blood. Despite being overlooked in some historical accounts, Tomyris's triumph resonated through European art and literature during the Renaissance, portraying her as a formidable figure who successfully challenged and defeated male adversaries.