In Greek mythology, Achilles is famously known for his near invincibility, which is attributed to his mother, Thetis, who dipped him in the River Styx when he was a baby. However, she held him by the heel, leaving that part of his body vulnerable. This is why the term "Achilles' heel" refers to a critical weakness despite overall strength.
Achilles's death is most commonly attributed to an arrow shot by Paris, the prince of Troy, during the