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Amphion

The mythical musician who built Thebes with his lyre.

minor

Also known as Theban Amphion

First appearance: endymion

Amphion shows up with force in III. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Referenced in Glaucus's account of being so entranced by Circe that even Amphion's harp could not lure him back.
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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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