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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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ZEZeusCACanthusEUEuphemusDIDionysusIDIdasLYLynceus

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  • Extended cast and secondary figures
  • Central figures and patrons
  • Minor Argonauts and allies

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