In literature, “helm” carries a dual significance that intertwines the concrete with the symbolic. In early epic narratives, it appears as a literal piece of armor and a mark of martial prowess, as seen in ancient works where warriors are described as safe in their helm and recognized by their battle standards [1, 2, 3]. Simultaneously, the term evolves into a metaphor for leadership and control—whether indicating the literal act of steering a ship or symbolizing the guidance of a state or destiny [4, 5, 6]. Later authors continue this layered use, depicting acts of donning or unlacing the helm to convey shifts in power, vulnerability, or transformation in the midst of conflict [7, 8, 9].