Zeus, the king of gods, wielded thunderbolts to maintain order. He ruled Mount Olympus and was feared by both gods and humans alike.
Athena, the goddess of wisdom, was born fully grown from Zeus’s forehead, symbolizing the birth of wisdom and strategic warfare.
Hades ruled the Underworld, where souls went after death. Despite his grim domain, he wasn't considered evil, just a ruler of fate.
Poseidon, god of the seas, could cause both calm waters and fierce storms. He controlled oceans, earthquakes, and horses with his mighty trident.
Medusa, with snakes for hair, could turn anyone who looked at her into stone. Perseus used a mirror to defeat her by avoiding her gaze.
Pandora, the first woman in Greek mythology, opened a box that unleashed all the evils of the world, leaving only hope inside when she closed it.
Icarus flew too close to the sun with wings made of wax, causing them to melt. His tragic fall reminds us of the dangers of hubris and overconfidence.
Greek soldiers used a wooden horse to infiltrate Troy. Hidden inside, they emerged at night and opened the city gates, leading to Troy’s downfall.
The Oracle of Delphi was the most important prophetic figure in ancient Greece. Leaders consulted her for divine guidance on war and politics.