The central character is Hecuba, the former queen of Troy, who mourns the loss of her city, family, and dignity. Along with her daughters, including the prophetess Cassandra and the wife Andromache, she faces the horrors of being given as prizes to the Greek soldiers. Cassandra foresees the grim fates of the women, but is powerless to change them, while Hecuba is left to endure the emotional and physical toll of their tragedy.Through these powerful characters, Euripides critiques the futility of war and the devastating effects it has on those least responsible for the conflict. The Trojan Women remains a timeless meditation on suffering, loss, and the injustices of war, offering a poignant reflection on the human cost of violence and conquest.