Phylace
Classical
Phylace was a Thessalian city west of the Pagasaean Gulf.
Phylacus, son of the Aeolid Deïon and Diomede, founded Phylace and named the city after himself. His son Iphiclus was one of the fastest runners in the world. Iphiclus took part in the quest with Jason, as an Argonaut.
In the myth of Melampus, Phylacus captured the seer who had attempted to steal his cattle. Phylyacus released him when Melampus cured his son of impotence.
Iphiclus succeeded his father. His two sons, Protesilaüs and Podarce, led the Thessalians from Phylace to Troy.
See the family tree for the Aeolids in Phylace.
Related Information
Name
Phylace, Φυλάκη.
Founder
Phylacus
Rulers
Phylacus, Iphiclus, Protesilaüs.
