Strophius
Strophius is a figure in Greek mythology described as a king of Phocis in central Greece, often associated with the city of Crisa. He is best known as the husband of Anaxibia, a daughter of Atreus, and as the father of Pylades. Through his marriage, Strophius is linked to the House of Atreus, one of the principal royal families in Greek myth.
In the myths, particularly in Euripides’ tragedy Orestes, Strophius appears as the ruler who hosts Orestes and
Some ancient sources place Strophius as king of Crisa (Crisae) in Phocis, though details vary among authors.
Etymology: The name Strophius is of Greek origin; some sources connect it to the root stroph- meaning