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The Argonautica · Character

Polyphemus

Argonaut who stays to found a city.

minor

Also known as Polyphemus Eilatus, Eilatus

First appearance: book i

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AEAesonJAJasonHEHermesAEAethalidesEUEupolemeiaPOPolyphemus

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  • Minor Argonauts and allies
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