The Argonautica · Character
Lynceus
Idas's brother, whose legendary eyesight is said to pierce even the earth and find a corpse in its grave.
supporting
Also known as Lynkeus
First appearance: book i
As a supporting figure in The Argonautica, Lynceus is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
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Lynceus joins the Argo alongside his arrogant brother Idas, bringing a gift of sight so keen it borders on the uncanny. The poem pauses to marvel at the tale that he could see through solid ground to a hidden body, a…
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- Extended cast and secondary figures
- Central figures and patrons
- Minor Argonauts and allies
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