Greek mythology
Chthonius
Earth-born Spartos, one of Thebes' five founders
- Mythology
- Greek mythology
- Group
- Spartoi
- Appears in
- Cadmus and Thebes
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Chthonius is one of the Spartoi, sprung armed from the soil where Cadmus sowed the dragon's teeth. He is among the five who survive their mutual battle and help raise the walls of Thebes.
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Cadmus and Thebes
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is Chthonius?
- Chthonius is one of the Spartoi, sprung armed from the soil where Cadmus sowed the dragon's teeth. He is among the five who survive their mutual battle and help raise the walls of Thebes.
- Which mythology does Chthonius belong to?
- Chthonius belongs to Greek mythology.
- Which stories does Chthonius appear in?
- Chthonius appears in Cadmus and Thebes, told as chaptered audio dramas in MythologyNow.
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