The Three-Bodied Giant Guarding the Red Cattle of the West

Hercules labors continue with his tenth task: retrieving the red cattle of Geryon from an island at the edge of the world. This is the story of how Hercules journeyed beyond the setting sun, created the Pillars of Gibraltar, sailed in Helios' golden cup across the outer ocean, and faced the three-bodied giant Geryon. In this episode of the twelve labors, Hercules travels farther than ever before, crossing continents and oceans to reach the island of Erytheia. There, the magnificent red cattle graze under the protection of the two-headed dog Orthrus, the herdsman Eurytion, and the fearsome three-bodied giant Geryon himself. After defeating these guardians, Hercules must drive the entire herd back across Africa and Europe in a journey lasting months. This is Part 10 of our complete series on the Twelve Labors of Hercules, told in the cinematic mythology storytelling style of Mythology Stories Daily. Perfect for sleep, relaxation, or learning about ancient Greek mythology and the legendary hero's path to redemption. The tenth labor represents Hercules at the height of his wanderings, pushing the boundaries of the known world and creating landmarks that would last forever. From shooting arrows at the sun to sailing in a god's golden vessel, this labor combines adventure, combat, and the quiet meditation of a long journey home. Subscribe for the remaining labors and more ancient mythology stories from Greek, Norse, Egyptian, and world mythologies.