Mercurialis () was the
Christian bishop of Forlì, in
Romagna. The historical figure known as Mercurialis attended the
Council of Rimini in 359 and died around 406. He was a zealous opponent of
paganism and
Arianism.
He has come to be venerated as
Saint Mercurialis, around which fanciful legends have sprung. The legend states that he was the first bishop of Forlì, during the
Apostolic Age, and saved the city by killing a
dragon. He has often been depicted in this act, imagery that resembles that associated with
St. George. His feast day is
April 30.
The
cathedral of Forlì is named after him.