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Discover the realm of mythology, where ancient legends and timeless tales shaped civilizations across cultures and millennia.
After facing tragedy, Bellerophon and his loyal companion Pegasus challenged and defeated the Chimaera and hordes of other enemies, securing their place in legend.
Athena was the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and weaving. Daughter of Zeus and patron of Athens, the Olympian was worshiped throughout the Greek world.
The Trojan hero Aeneas led survivors of the Trojan War to Italy, eventually leading the foundation of Rome. But what role did he play in the Trojan War?
The one-eyed giants, known as Cyclopes, appeared in various forms. Some were prized artisans who served the gods, while others were brutish, uncivilized monsters.
Athena was one of the most beloved goddesses in the Greek pantheon and was represented by an array of symbols, including the owl and Gorgoneion.
The Homeric Hymn to Hermes explores the origins of Hermes, detailing how he deceived and stole to achieve godhood and join the Olympians.
Tyr was a god of war among the Vikings but was largely overshadowed by Odin, who may have usurped Tyr’s attributes over the centuries.
A goddess, a witch, a sorceress—Circe in The Odyssey has been called many things.