Zeus, in dampener form — a bearded sky-god scowling at your opponent from the bottom of your strings, lightning bolt and all.

Silicone. Drops between the two lowest mains and quiets the trampoline ping at contact. 2-pack, so a partner can match (or you can carry a backup).

A few people who pick Zeus:

• The player whose forehand actually does feel like a thunderbolt
• A Greek-mythology-loving junior
• Anyone who already owns a Medusa or Pharoah and wants to keep the collection going

$9.99. Free shipping at $50.