What deal does Hercules make with Hades to save Meg?

Hercules makes a deal with Hades offering up himself for Meg’s return to the mortal world, and Hades agrees on the condition that Hercules retrieves her himself. After Hercules jumps into the river, he starts to rapidly age and Hades tells him that he will actually die before he reaches Meg.

Did Hercules give up his immortality for Meg?

As it turns out, this was an act of pure selflessness (and true love) and Hercules becomes immortal en rout to Meg’s soul, so he gets to keep his life as well. Because he is immortal (and therefore a god) he is offered a place on Mt. Olympus to live but he declines so he can live on earth with Meg.

How did Hercules become mortal?

For his final labour, one that seemed impossible, he had to descend to the underworld and capture the three-headed dog Cerberus. With the final task completed, Hercules earned his freedom and his immortality. Hercules would build a funeral pyre and end his life and live eternally among the gods.

How long did Hercules give up his strength for saving Meg?

24 hours
As soon as he is gone, Hades confronts Hercules, offering Meg’s safety if the hero will give up his godly strength for 24 hours (long enough for Hades to conquer Olympus).

Who was Meg’s boyfriend in Hercules?

This leaves Megara feeling heartbroken and determined to never fall in love again. The man who left her is later revealed to be prince Adonis in the episode of the TV series Hercules the series.

What is the end result of Hercules rescuing her soul from the River Styx?

During the battle, Meg pushes Hercules out of the way of a falling column, by which she is crushed and fatally injured. Meg’s injury restores Hercules’ strength, which he uses to confront Hades and retrieve Meg’s soul from the River Styx before it reaches the underworld, ultimately reviving her.

Why does Megara Meg do whatever Hercules asks her to do?

He uses Meg to try to get Hercules to give up his God-like superhuman strength for twenty-four hours, though Hercules adds the condition that Meg doesn’t get hurt in any way.

Was Hercules mortal or immortal?

Hercules (Herakles) was a hero of Greek mythology famous for his great strength and endurance. Celebrated as an extraordinary mortal, his success in seemingly impossible labours won him an immortal place amongst the gods.

What was Meg’s deal with Hades?

In her youth, Meg was romantic and open to giving love. She deeply cherished the relationship she shared with her boyfriend, who one day lost his life. To save him, she sold her soul and offered servitude to Hades, God of the Underworld.

How long does Hades have to get rid of Hercules?

Hades tricking Hercules into making a deal to take away his strength for 24 hours in exchange for Meg’s safety.