Athena
Goddess of Wisdom, Warfare, and Crafts
Athena is the goddess of wisdom, warfare, and crafts. She is the daughter of Zeus, born fully grown and armored from his forehead. Unlike Ares, Athena represents strategic warfare, intelligence, and skill rather than bloodlust.
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Athena's cabin is a blue and gold building with an owl carved over the door, symbolizing wisdom. Inside, it's filled with bookshelves, study tables, and smart boards for battle strategy planning. The children of Athena are known for their intelligence and tactical skills.
Cabin Number
Cabin 6
Symbol
Owl
Roman Name
Minerva
Domain
Goddess of Wisdom
Athena's Demigod Children
The powers, abilities, and traits of Athena's demigod offspring
Demigod Powers
- Enhanced intelligence and wisdom
- Strategic thinking
- Photographic memory
- Proficiency in crafts and battle strategy
Demigod Traits
- Intelligent
- Strategic
- Analytical
- Resourceful
Athena in Mythology
The ancient myths and stories about Athena
Mythology
Athena was born from Zeus's head, fully grown and armored, after he swallowed her pregnant mother Metis. She became the patron goddess of Athens after winning a contest against Poseidon by offering the city the olive tree. Athena was a virgin goddess who never married or had romantic relationships. She was known for her wisdom and for aiding heroes like Odysseus, Perseus, and Heracles in their quests.
Symbols & Weapons
Symbols
- Owl
- Olive tree
- Aegis (shield)
- Spear
Favorite Weapons
- Spear
- Aegis (shield with Medusa's head)
Famous Children
- Athena's children are born from her thoughts, including Annabeth Chase
Are You a Child of Athena?
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