Greek Classics: Bellerophon and Pegasus

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Bellerophon, despite having a seemingly perfect life, yearns for greater achievements, particularly to ride the legendary flying horse Pegasus. With Athena's assistance, he realizes this dream and gains heroic status. However, as his fame inflates his pride, he becomes obsessed with an even more unattainable goal, setting the stage for a potential tragic downfall. The story explores themes of ambition, pride, and the consequences of overreaching.