Patreon Hustle Studios: The Trouble Twice

In Greek mythology it is the story of Castor and Pollux that I want to introduce you to. Yes, they were brothers, and they were twins birthed by the same mother named Leda. We begin in the land of Sparta, and Zeus shift changes into a swan.

Royalty in the land of Sparta, both King Tyndareus, and Queen Leda ruled a fighting culture. Sneaking in from the Mediterranean Seas, Zeus as a swan, seduces Leda and makes her a lover. When the twins are born, only one brother is immortal.

Castro and Pollux both lived adventurous lives. They traveled together on all levels, renowned as horseman, and also referred to often for their curiosity. The brothers also took part in the Aragonitic Expedition, helping Jason retrieve the Golden Fleece.

Where the turn of tragedy comes into a reality is when a family feud is sparked for the love of Phoebe and Hilaeria, the nieces of Leucippus. These nieces were already invested in a relationship with the Dioscuri brothers, cousins of Castor and Pollux.

One day, Castor and Pollux abducted the Leucippides girls and brought them back to Sparta. This insult to the Dioscuri brothers left them with only revenge on their minds, and a plot to restore their family name was brewing.

It did not bother them knowing that Pollux was a demigod, and the only true son of Zeus. Here the Dioscuri brothers knew that it was Castor born as the mortal son of King Tyndareus, and it was Castor that the Dioscuri brothers decided to wound.

As the evening hours fell across the lands, the Dioscuri brothers attacked in an attempt to steal back the Leucippides girls. In this battle, many rocks were thrown. Shields and swords bashed, and in the middle of the chaos a spear was thrown, impaling Castor instantly. The battle was a short one taking both lives of the Dioscuri brothers, and leaving Pollux in a state of confusion not knowing how to revive his lifetime brother Castor.

In this heart ache, no more tears were shed when Zeus granted the wish that Pollux requested. One look into the evening stars, it was here that Pollux wanted to sacrifice half his immortality and give it to his brother Castor.

Zeus snapped his fingers and made the request a reality on one condition. In order for both brothers, Castor and Pollux to stay together forever, they were to be transformed into the constellation skies and reside there for all to see. Thus, the Gemini was born.

Here in the zodiac image provided is my tribute to this story. Say hello to Moxy and Mia. Let us all be blessed.