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n. - (classical mythology) a hero noted for his strength.

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  • Hellenes who gave the name Heracles to the son of Amphitryon, -- of that,
  • Heracles is technically free, but his whole life he has been a slave to the will of the Gods.
  • The title more of less spells it out: it's an RPG set in Ancient Greece, and immortal demi-god Hercules (aka Heracles) factors in somehow.
  • 'Heracles' battle with the Hydra, 'said the Theban.
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