Mythology

Tyr was a god of war among the Vikings but was largely overshadowed by Odin, who may have usurped Tyr’s attributes over the centuries.

A goddess, a witch, a sorceress—Circe in The Odyssey has been called many things.

From dogs to the deer she both protected and turned people into, Artemis didn’t just rule the wild—she was the spirit of the wild.

After being driven insane by Hera and tragically killing his family, Heracles was forced to complete twelve seemingly impossible tasks to atone for his crimes.

More than 3,000 gods and goddesses appear in ancient sources. The most important were the 12 Olympian deities, the Titans, and the Primordial gods. Here's a complete list.

Balder was the son of Odin and a true prince of Asgard. But the most important thing the god seems to have done — is die.

Typhon, the monstrous storm giant of Greek mythology, waged a fierce battle against Zeus for control of Olympus.

The Eye of Horus—not to be confused with the Eye of Ra—was a powerful symbol of royal protection and kingship in ancient Egypt.