Who Is Pegasus? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Pegasus is a In the Public Domain comic book character, with over 195 comic issue appearances. Pegasus is a mythical winged divine horse, and one of the most recognized creatures in Greek mythology.

Who is Pegasus?

Greek Mythology Usually depicted as pure white, Pegasus is the offspring of the Olympian god Poseidon . He was foaled by the Gorgon Medusa upon her death, when the hero Perseus decapitated her. Pegasus is the brother of Chrysaor and the uncle of Geryon . Pegasus was caught by the Greek hero Bellerophon , near the fountain Peirene, with the help of Athena and Poseidon. Pegasus allowed Bellerophon to ride him in order to defeat the monstrous Chimera , which led to many other exploits. Bellerophon later fell from the winged horse's back while trying to reach Mount Olympus. Afterwards, Zeus transformed Pegasus into the eponymous constellation. DC Comics When Perseus slew the gorgon Medusa, her blood hit the ground and a winged horse sprung forth from the puddle of blood.

Key facts

Pegasus is of animal origin. The character is published by In the Public Domain. With 195 recorded issue appearances, Pegasus ranks among the most featured characters in comics.