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ARGOS

Argos is the builder of the ship, Argo, in which Jason navigated to Colchis. Because of his contribution, he was able to join the quest for the Golden Fleece.

HERCULES

Hercules, son of Zeus, was reknown for his strengh throughout the land. As the beefiest man in Greece, he was welcomed as a member of the Argonauts.

CASTOR

The mortal twin of Pollux, Castor was born as the son of Tyndareus, King of Sparta. Together with his brother, the two were great equestrians and sailors.

POLLUX

The divine twin of Castor, Pollux was born as Zeus's son. Being immortal, Pollux was overqualified for the crew of the Argo, and when one brother went, the other followed.

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