But now they all die, down to the last Trojan” (Il. 21.106-109). Achilles demonstrates with mixed feelings that he is guided by his mênis. Primal reactions are overtaking more logical thought processes. His repressed nature awakens and distances himself from civilization. The creation of poleis allows “[For] times of peace and prosperity, both cities and individuals are held to higher standards, because they are not forced into a situation where they have to do what they don't want to do.” (HPW.3.82). When cities leave, humanity follows. Without nomos, humans fall back into their phûsis, living only to survive until the next day, without worrying about the long-term effects of their life.