Cercyon of Eleusis

For other uses, see Cercyon.
Theseus fights Cercyon (kylix painted by Aison, 5th century BC)

Cercyon[pronunciation?] (Ancient Greek: Κερκύων, romanized: Kerkúōn) is a figure in Greek mythology. He was a notorious King of Eleusis, famous for his cruelty towards his daughter, Alope, and anyone who refused to fight with him. Cercyon was described also as a very strong man.