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Centaur
Mythical figure, half man (upper body) and half horse (lower body)
Nessus
A centaur in Greek mythology, killed by Hercules as he kidnapped Deianira
What was the river Hercules had to cross with Deianira?
River Euneus
How is Nessus initially described?
‘Strong of limb’
How does Hercules refer to Nessus?
‘Twice formed’
Who is the founder of the centaur race?
Ixion
Who is Nessus’ father?
Centaurus
How does Hercules kill Nessus?
He shot an arrow dipped in the venom of the Lerneaen Hydra
What does Nessus do as revenge?
Gives Deianira his cloak soaked in venom-filled blood
How is Rumour described?
‘Laoquatious’
What did Rumour tell Deianira?
Hercules was in love with Iola
Who does Deianira refer to as ‘that adultress’?
Iola
What does Deianira give Hercules via a servant?
The blood stained shirt of Nessus
Why does Deianira give this gift?
She thinks it will restore his waning love
Who is the servant that gives Hercules the cloak?
Lichas
Where did Hercules take Deianira after winning her hand?
To his native city, then he came to cross the River Euneus
What were the issues with crossing the river?
The flood was higher than normal, Deianira couldn’t swim, the river was fast-flowing, and Hercules was anxious for his bride
What does Nessus offer to do to help Hercules?
Take Deianira across the river - Hercules allows this
Why does Hercules tell Nessus not to steal Deianira?
Even if he has no respect for Hercules, he says not to kidnap Deianira as Ixion would never approve of Nessus’ and Deianira’s marriage
What does Nessus do after Hercules calls after him?
Tries to flee
What happens after the Nessus and Hercules battle?
Time passes and tales of mighty Hercules fill the world - then a rumour is spread that Hercules has a passion for Iole
How does Deianira react to the rumours?
She believes them; is terrified at first, then decides to do something about it by killing the adulteress, but first she sends a gift to Hercules to revive his love
Why does Nessus kidnap Deianira?
He falls in love with her
Who is Iola?
The daughter of King Eurytus
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