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Cerberus

Three-headed dog that guards the underworld in Greek mythology

EntityHellhound mythological Greek characterQ83496

Also known as Hound of Hades · Cerberos

Instance of: Hellhound
, mythological Greek character
Part of: Greek mythology

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In Greek mythology, Cerberus, often referred to as the hound of Hades, is a multi-headed dog that guards the gates of the underworld to prevent the dead from leaving. He was the offspring of the monsters Echidna and Typhon, and was usually described as having three heads, a serpent for a tail, and snakes protruding from his body. Cerberus is primarily known for his capture by Heracles, the last of Heracles' twelve labours.

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Sex or gender: male organism
Father: Typhon
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1.Stated in Q45199277
2.Stated in Typhoeus
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Mother: Echidna
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1.Stated in Q45199277
2.Stated in Echidna
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Sibling: Orthrus
Hydra
Nemean lion
chimera
Different from: Cerbère
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Cerberus
Name in native language: Κέρβερος
Said to be the same as: Garmr
Present in work: Hades subject has role: non-player character
Medical condition: polycephaly

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