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Dionysus was the god of the vine. He invented wine and spread the art of tending grapes. He had a dual nature. On one hand, he brought joy and divine ecstasy. On the other hand, he brought brutality, thoughtlessness and rage. This reflected both sides of wine's nature. If he chooses, Dionysus can drive a man mad. No normal fetters can hold him or his followers. Dionysus was the son of Zeus and Semele. He …

…Oceanid Periboea, was ravished by Dionysus while asleep. She had twins but killed one of the children and in despair she threw herself into the river Sangarius and was transformed into a fountain by Zeus. Nicaea was a huntress and nymph of Astacia with whom Hymnus fell in love. She grew angry and killed him as he was declaring his love for her. However later, having drunk wine, she fell asleep and Dionysus seduced her.