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This article is about the Native American mythological figure Mahlegeth.

Mahlegeth (also known as 'Mah-ha-le-get; Illinois), was one of the key Native American religious figures tied to the Missouri Tribe nations of Native Americans. Mahlegeth was also known as the "Snake God" and the antagonist of Indian warrior, Hek-mo-tat-tee.

As legend goes, Hek-mo-tat-tee fought Mah-ha-le-get when his canoe was attacked while fishing. Much like the story of Hiawatha, this epic battle took several days and both were slain. As a reward for their bravery, and to recognize the greatness of their battle, both Hek-mo-tat-tee and Mah-ha-le-get were placed in the night sky to face each other eternally form of the constellations we call Orion and Taurus.