the uncovered myths  

Xenodoce

Xenodoce was a daughter of Syleus of Aulis. She was so famous for her girl power that Heracles, son of Hera and strongest man on earth, challenged her. He would throw a boulder down a stream and she had to catch it. But her legs had to be tied together or it wouldn't be fair, knew Heracles, who had no confidence in female charm. She agreed.

Heracles threw the boulder. Xenodoce threw herself in front of the huge stone and set it aside. Heracles was impressed, but because she had untied her legs he declared the match null and void…

 Creek by Joe Hackney.


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