Achilles – Vertical Table Name :Achille Parents Peleus and Thetis Residence Phthia (Thessalian), Troy (camp) Roles and Responsibilities Top hero of the Trojan War, leader of the Myrmidons, symbol of valor and rage Other Names Peleides Syzymens Deidameia Children Neoptolemos (Pyros) Symbols Dory, shield, Armor Achilles, speed, heel (Achileus heel) Roman Name Achilles The Hero of the Iliad, the... More
The deluge of Deucalion is one of the most shocking myths of ancient Greek tradition, an account of the punishment, destruction, and the rebirth of mankind. «Zeus threw plenty of rain from heaven to flood most of Greece, resulting in the destruction of all people, except those ... More
The Fates in Greek mythology: I am called, Lachesis, and Atrothal weave the destiny, life, and death of gods and men.
Discover the role of Erins in Greek mythology as gods of vengeance, guilt, divine justice and moral order.
Discover the Cheres, the ethnic death spirits of Greek mythology, their role, etymology and symbolism.
Discover Mormo, the dark children's fear of Greek mythology, its relationship with fear, folklore and chthonic demons.
Discover the Euseas of Greek mythology, ethnian creatures of the night that symbolize fear, fraud and terror in ancient Greek tradition.
The harpies of Greek mythology: dark winged creatures, symbols of divine punishment, stormy winds, hunger and hubris.
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Discover Grupa, the mythical creature with a lion body and eagle wings, symbol of power, wisdom and divine protection.