Melanippus

Melanippus is a figure found in Greek mythology. There are several individuals named Melanippus in various myths, often associated with different cities and lineages. One notable Melanippus was the son of Astacus and the brother of the seer Laocoön. He was a warrior in the army of the Seven Against Thebes and was killed by Amphiaraus during the conflict. Another Melanippus is mentioned as the father of Lycon, a king of Argos. There is also a Melanippus who was the son of Theseus and Perigune. These different accounts highlight the commonality of the name within Greek mythological narratives and the varied roles individuals bearing this name played in different stories, often as soldiers, fathers, or descendants of prominent figures. The precise genealogies and specific exploits attributed to each Melanippus can sometimes differ between ancient sources.