For 10 points, the triumph of Mordecai and what Jewish queen is celebrated with Purim?
This figure's actions led to the killing of 800 men in Susa over two days, and a festival commemorating this successor to Queen Vashti features the reading of this figure's Megillah, which describes her triumph over Haman. She used her influence over (*) Xerxes to save the Jews, leading to a celebration named for the casting of lots. For 10 points, the triumph of Mordecai and what Jewish queen is celebrated with Purim?
This figure's actions led to the killing of 800 men in Susa over two days, and a festival commemorating this successor to Queen Vashti features the reading of this figure's Megillah, which describes her triumph over Haman.
Esther (accept Hadassah)