That’s “myrmidons” not minions...minions is not descriptive enough.
And other than being weak minded they sure do whine a lot.
I agree on the use of "myrmidons," but if I had used the more appropriate word it wouldn't have been a quote, now would it?
Far be it from me to stand in the way of your rhetorical bungling ;o)
Of course, this only adds credence to my suspicion your use of the term "whine" is equally erroneous and self-serving.