Question

what does the allusion in this text suggest? the swordsman achieved a pyrrhic victory, defeating his opponent while incurring mortal wounds of his own. the victory was quick and efficient. the victory came at a great cost. submit

Explanation:

The term "pyrrhic victory" is an allusion to King Pyrrhus of Epirus, who won battles against Rome but suffered devastating losses that left his army unable to continue fighting. By definition, it refers to a victory that is so costly it is effectively a defeat. The text confirms this by stating the swordsman was mortally wounded despite defeating his opponent.

Answer:

The victory came at a great cost.