Cultural depictions of Medusa and Gorgons barely resembles the mythology. The Medusan Ambassador Kellos it seems to drive other humanoid beings mad. In the episode the real figure that resembles the mythical Medusa is the aliens' telepathic, blind, human companion Miranda Jones, who is jealous of anyone who becomes between her and the Medusan Ambassador Kellos. Both episodes are obviously inspired by portions of the Medusa/Gorgon mythology. A Gorgon is a villain in an episode of the TV series Blood Ties, where her transformation is the result of her having been raped in a temple; she becomes a monster as punishment for defiling the temple, and
Agron (mythology) Agron (mythology) In Greek mythology, Agron(Ancient Greek: Ἄγρων "wild" or "rustic") was a son of Eumelus and brother of Byssa and Meropis. The family dwelt at Meropis in Kos and worshipped Gaia, who rewarded them with all kinds of goods. However, they were quite impious towards other gods and never participated in religious festivals. Agron was especially disrespectful towards Athena, Artemis and Hermes, and whenever someone invited him or his sisters to take part in a ritual in honor of one of these gods, he would decline the invitation and scorn the deities. Eventually, the three gods paid Agron a