# Pyreneus — Metamorphoses character guide

> Pyreneus in Metamorphoses by Ovid.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Still fierce Pyreneus

**First appearance:** 0046-fate-of-pyreneus

## Who they are

King who attacks the Muses and falls to his death.

## In the story

### [Book V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/metamorphoses_se/chapters/book-v)

Attempts to assault the Muses but is killed after a fall from a precipice.

### [Fate of Pyreneus](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/metamorphoses_se/chapters/fate-of-pyreneus)

King of Thrace who deceitfully offered shelter to the Muses and attempted violence against them, ultimately falling to his death.

## Links

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