Cacus

Definition

Cacus is a fire-breathing giant from Roman mythology who lived in a cave on the Aventine Hill and terrorized nearby villages.

Think of Cacus as the neighborhood bully who uses fire-breathing powers to intimidate others and cause chaos.

Aventine Hill: One of the seven hills of Rome where Cacus's cave was located.

Fire-breathing Giants (Gigantes): In Greek and Roman mythology, these were powerful giants with the ability to breathe fire or smoke.

Villages near Aventine Hill: The communities surrounding Cacus's lair that suffered from his destructive actions.

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