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The arrow wasn't poisoned. According to myth, the heel was Achilles' only vulnerable spot, and hitting him there seems to have caused his death. The arrow was shot by Paris and guided by Apollo.

In reality, I think the scene in "Troy" is probably pretty accurate. Achilles could have been shot many time, but being a powerful warrior, may have pulled the other arrows out, or broken them off, leaving only the one in his heel when he was found dead. However, that is purely speculation.

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When and where was Achilles killed?

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How did Achilles of Sparta die?

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