Aphrodite
Goddess of Love, Beauty, and Desire
Aphrodite is the goddess of love, beauty, pleasure, passion, and procreation. According to most accounts, she was born from the sea foam after Uranus's severed genitals were cast into the sea. Aphrodite is known for her irresistible beauty and charm.
Take the Godly Parent QuizCabin 10: Aphrodite's Cabin
Aphrodite's cabin resembles a dollhouse with a pink door, lace curtains, and a strong scent of designer perfume. Inside, it's decorated with beautiful furnishings and has a ceiling that changes to reflect the sky. The children of Aphrodite are known for their beauty and charm.
Cabin Number
Cabin 10
Symbol
Dove
Roman Name
Venus
Domain
Goddess of Love
Aphrodite's Demigod Children
The powers, abilities, and traits of Aphrodite's demigod offspring
Demigod Powers
- Charmspeak (rare)
- Ability to sense emotions
- Natural beauty and charm
- Limited love manipulation
Demigod Traits
- Attractive
- Charismatic
- Emotionally intelligent
- Fashion-conscious
Aphrodite in Mythology
The ancient myths and stories about Aphrodite
Mythology
Aphrodite was born from the sea foam that gathered around the severed genitals of Uranus after his son Cronus cast them into the sea. She was married to Hephaestus but had many affairs, most notably with Ares. She played a significant role in starting the Trojan War by offering Paris the love of the most beautiful woman in the world, Helen, in exchange for him judging Aphrodite the most beautiful goddess over Hera and Athena.
Symbols & Weapons
Symbols
- Dove
- Myrtle
- Rose
- Scallop shell
Favorite Weapons
- Her beauty and charm
- Love manipulation
Famous Children
- Eros
- Aeneas
- Harmonia
- Piper McLean
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