BATON (charioteer of Amphiaraus)
Figure of myth · charioteer of Amphiaraus
- In the sources
- 11 ancient passages
Baton, a kinsman of Amphiaraus and member of the Melampodidae, served as his charioteer during military campaigns.1,2 He held the reins in one hand and a spear in the other while driving the chariot.3,4
At Thebes, the earth swallowed Baton along with Amphiaraus and the chariot.4,2 Some accounts name Elato as the vanished driver, yet a sanctuary dedicated to Baton stands near that of Amphiaraus.4,2
The codex facts behind this entry
Baton was a relative of Amphiaraus and a member of the Melampodidae family, the same lineage as Amphiaraus. Pausanias 10.10.3 +1
In the myths
Baton served as the charioteer for Amphiaraus during his military campaigns. Pausanias 10.10.3 +2
Fate
Baton was swallowed by the earth along with Amphiaraus and his chariot at Thebes. Apollodorus 3.6.8 +1
