Journal of Archaeological Studies

Abstract Historical data and reports have the ability to be matched with mythological and epic content. The emergence of special conditions in history and its similarity with epic or mythological conditions leads to the reproduction of historical characters with epic patterns. The endangerment of Iranshahr in the national narrative is the most important reason for the emergence of heroes who protect the dignity of Iran. The attack of the Turanians on Iran leads to prolonged battles, in which the warriors of Iran protect Iran's border and territory with various sacrifices. In fact, the narrative of the invading East and the emergence of epics and the subsequent brilliance of the warriors are the most important pillars of Iran's national narratives. The same plan and pattern is repeated from the middle of the Sassanid period onwards, when the Turks and Huns attacked Iranshahr. During this period, Bahram Chubin is fighting with the eastern enemy as a warrior and is trying to protect Iran. It seems that the myth of Arash, which ironically has roots in the Mehran dynasty (cognate with Arash Kamangir), is canonized and used as a model and example of Bahram Chobin from the epic in the late Sassanid era. In this research, we intend to test the hypothesis of the role model of Arash Kamangir's mythological narrative for Bahram Chubineh with descriptive and analytical methods.