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Phorcys

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[fawr-sis] / ˈfɔr sɪs /

noun

Classical Mythology.
  1. a sea god who fathered the Gorgons.


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It was only a matter of time before Phorcys came back to check on them.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

Phorcys stopped in the middle of the tunnel and spread his arms proudly.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

Unfortunately, Percy didn’t see much choice but to play along with her VIP tour until they could find the sea god Phorcys, even if they were walking deeper into a trap.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

Besides, they might be able to get more information out of Phorcys.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

Besides, if Phorcys caught them, Percy was pretty sure the sea god’s power would overcome his.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

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