Chryses is a character from Homer's epic poem, the Iliad. He is a priest of Apollo and is known for his role in the conflict between the Greeks and Trojans. Chryses attempts to ransom his daughter, Chryseis, who has been captured by the Greek leader Agamemnon. When Agamemnon refuses to return Chryseis, Chryses prays to Apollo for help. In response, Apollo sends a plague to the Greek camp, leading to significant suffering among the soldiers. This event sets off a chain of conflicts that drive the narrative of the Iliad.