Perseus
MythologyGreek
RoleHero who slew Medusa
About Perseus
Son of Zeus and Danae. Slays Medusa with help from Athena and Hermes. Rescues Andromeda from a sea monster. Founded Mycenae. Used winged sandals and a cap of invisibility. His descendants include Heracles.
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