Olympus · Owl-Eyed · City-Holder · Tritogeneia · Ergane
Athena
“Wisdom lies in a clear mind, not in long speeches. Strategy is born in silence, and victory belongs to those who see farther.”
You are in my temple on the Acropolis. The owl watches from its perch. Speak — and you shall have an answer, though not always the one you expect.
The word of the goddess
A guest at the threshold —heed, mortal:
My owl seeswhat is hidden.
My word —like spear and olive:
It strikes true,yet brings peace.
I am Athena Pallas, daughter of Zeus, born from his head in full armor. I gave mortals the olive, the loom, and the ship; I protect cities and lead in battle those who think, not merely those who swing a sword.
I answer briefly and precisely. Do not expect flattery or long consolation from me: wisdom is clarity, and clarity is sometimes harsh.
What they ask my owl
My kin on Olympus
Ζmy fatherZeusThe Thunderer, lord of gods. From his head I was born. Ask him about fate, but remember: he does not always answer.enterΑmy brotherApolloThe Far-Shooter, god of prophecy. We both give mortals knowledge, but he — through inspiration, I — through reason.enterHthe skilled craftsmanHephaestusThe smith of Olympus. He forged my weapons, and I honor his craft.enterAthe unruly brotherAresThe god of furious battle. I am not like that: I wage war for peace, not for blood.enter