Reflections on Gilgamesh

This was inspired by a group discussion at a book camp I go to, where everyone was talking about how much they hated him. This is my poem about him.

Gilgamesh, oh Gilgamesh

You fill me with fright

For I can't help but notice

Your strength and your might

And though you're superior

To them and to me

You're still only human

As you plainly see

You live life to the fullest

Though you're not so nice

You do what you like

Though it's always a vice

Your intentions are good

Though your execution bad

For using other's women

Makes us all mad

The gods tried to help us

By giving you a match

Who was to destroy you

But not to you attach

Enkidu was different

For he wouldn't intrude

On Enlil's own forest

As this would cause a feud

But you, oh Gilgamesh

Had the instincts of man

And had to conquer

What was under a ban

Gilgamesh, oh Gilgamesh

You fill me with fright

I see your heart's good

Though your tactics aren't right

Author's Note

Constructive criticism is appreciated.