Queen Amata is a character from Roman mythology, known primarily from the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero. She is the wife of King Latinus and the mother of Lavinia. In the epic poem The Aeneid by Virgil, Queen Amata plays a significant role in the conflict between Aeneas and Turnus, as she favors Turnus for her daughter's hand in marriage. In the narrative, Queen Amata's strong emotions and actions contribute to the tension between the Trojans and the Rutulians. Her opposition to Aeneas leads to tragic consequences, highlighting themes of love, loyalty, and fate in the story.