Iapetus is, in Greek mythology, often referred to as one of the Titans, who were the divine beings that preceded the Olympian gods. Iapetus was a son of Uranus (the sky) and Gaia (the earth), making him a second-generation deity. Iapetus is not as well-known as some other Titans, but he plays a significant role …
The Hecatoncheires, also known as the Hekatonkheires or Hundred-Handed Ones, are beings from ancient Greek mythology. They were monstrous creatures with a hundred hands and fifty heads each and were the offspring of the primordial deities Uranus (the sky) and Gaia (the Earth).The Hecatoncheires played a crucial role in Titanomachy, the war between Titans, using …
Pegasus is a creature from ancient Greek mythology often depicted as a majestic winged horse, said to have been born from the blood of the Gorgon Medusa when she was killed by the hero Perseus. Pegasus is usually portrayed as a magnificent white horse with large wings attached to its back. These wings allowed Pegasus …
Harpies are thought to be some of the most disgusting monsters that have emerged from Greek mythology. Their name meant ‘snatchers’ for their role in taking things away from mortals on behalf of other Greek gods. If that wasn’t enough of an indication as to the nature of the Harpies, Greek myths paint an even …
Chimera is a monstrous creature from Greek mythology that was said to be a combination of different animals. It is often described as having the body of a lion, the head of a goat that sprouts from its back, and a tail that ends in a snake’s head. It is usually depicted as a fearsome …
Scylla and Charybdis were formidable sea monsters, known for their residency in a suspiciously narrow strait. They are archetypal monsters from Greek mythology – animalistic, ravenous, and all too ready to stir up trouble for the sake of teaching a lesson. Moreover, their existence acts as a forewarning to voyagers traveling through unfamiliar waters. Made …