S7E5 - Gods of the Underworld
Greeking Out from National Geographic Kids
Nemesis, Oracle?
Narcissus angered some folks with his arrogance and vanity before coming into the forest. A prophet had told Narcissus' parents that his self-obsession would ultimately result in his death. When he was dismissive of Echo the woodnymph who fell in love with him, Nemesis realized that he must be punished She decided to curse the water, making him fall even further in love with himself To the point of no return He eventually wasted away to nothing While pining after his own reflection on the clear glass waters of the pool Serves you right, Nemesis said I think that is a very fitting punishment Well done, Nemesis.
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