Discuss the importance of the opening scene of Agamemnon NU Agamemnon BC written by Aeschylus BC opens with a powerful scene The Watchman appears on the roof of the palace His words and feelings prepare the audience for fate fear and tragic events that will follow Voice of The Watchman The Watchman waits for the signal fire from Troy He speaks of his long suffering and sleepless nights His words show both hope and fear He feels uneasy about the royal house His voice sets a tone of suspense The opening speech of watchman I ve been asking the gods to release me from this here torment for a whole year now Hint of The Curse The Watchman senses hidden troubles in the palace He does not explain but the audience remembers the family curse The mention of dark secrets prepares us for Clytemnestra s plot This indirect warning creates