Which mythology does Cepheus belong to?

Cepheus belongs to Greek mythology.

Which stories does Cepheus appear in?

Cepheus appears in Perseus, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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Cepheus

King of Aethiopia who chained his daughter to the rock

Mythology: Greek mythology
Children: Andromeda
Group: Mortal · Ruler · King
Appears in: Perseus

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Cepheus is the king of Aethiopia and husband of Cassiopeia, whose boast brings a sea-monster down upon his realm. Bound by the oracle's demand, he gives up his daughter Andromeda to be chained at the shore as the beast's prey. When Perseus saves her and claims her hand, the grateful king sees them wed, and is set in the stars as a constellation himself.

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Who is Cepheus?: Cepheus is the king of Aethiopia and husband of Cassiopeia, whose boast brings a sea-monster down upon his realm. Bound by the oracle's demand, he gives up his daughter Andromeda to be chained at the shore as the beast's prey.
Which mythology does Cepheus belong to?: Cepheus belongs to Greek mythology.
Which stories does Cepheus appear in?: Cepheus appears in Perseus, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.

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