In Greek mythology, there is no traditional 'love story' between Athena and Ares. Athena represents wisdom, strategy, and warfare in a more civilized sense, while Ares is the god of brutal war. Athena often opposes Ares' chaotic and blood - thirsty ways. For example, in the Trojan War, they are on different sides with Athena supporting the Greeks more rationally and Ares just fueling the violence.
One significance is that it shows the complex relationships between the gods. Athena's decision to punish Medusa instead of Poseidon reveals the power politics among the deities. Also, Medusa's transformation into a monster represents the idea of impurity being severely punished in Greek mythology.
Athena was born fully grown from the head of Zeus. She was the goddess of wisdom, warfare, and handicrafts. She was highly respected in Greek mythology. She often helped heroes like Odysseus on their quests, using her wisdom to guide them through difficult situations. For example, she gave Odysseus the idea to use a wooden horse to enter Troy. She was also a patron of Athens, which was named after her, and she competed with Poseidon for the city. Athena offered the olive tree, which was seen as more valuable, so she became the protector of Athens.
Athena really didn't have many traditional love interests. As mentioned before, Hephaestus had an interest in her, but that was more of a one - sided attempt at courtship. Athena's nature as a virgin goddess made her not seek out romantic relationships like other gods and goddesses.
Athena was a virgin goddess and not typically associated with love stories in the traditional sense. However, in some interpretations, Hephaestus once tried to court Athena. He was attracted to her wisdom and strength. But Athena, being dedicated to her role as a goddess of wisdom, warfare, and handicrafts, rejected him firmly. She was more interested in the intellectual and strategic aspects of the world rather than romantic love.
There was a mortal named Lyra. She was a weaver of great skill. One day, Athena noticed her work and was impressed. But Athena also saw pride in Lyra. So, she decided to teach Lyra a lesson. Athena appeared before Lyra and challenged her to a weaving contest. Lyra, not knowing who Athena was, accepted. As they wove, Athena's work was filled with divine beauty and stories of the gods. Lyra tried her best but could not match Athena. In the end, Lyra realized her folly and begged for Athena's forgiveness. Athena, being merciful, forgave her and taught Lyra new weaving techniques.
One key event was her birth from Zeus's head. Another was her contest with Poseidon for Athens. She won by offering the olive tree. Also, her role in the Trojan War, where she supported the Greeks, was important.
๐I recommend the following two doujinshi novels to you, both of which involve Greek mythology and the goddess Athena ~
1. "Opening Sanctuary: I snatched Athena."
2. "Marvel: The Father of Saint Seiya"
I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~๐
๐I recommend the following novels to you:
1. "Greece: The Ascension Era" tells the story of a male protagonist who transmigrated to Greece and became the god of the sky, opening up a new world of gods. It involved many gods from Greek mythology, including Athena.
2. "Bai Ze's Handwritten Records": This novel traveled to many worlds, including the myths of the Celts, Northern Europe, Egypt, Greece, and the Hebrews. It involved many stories of gods and demons.
3. "Gods 'Livestream Room": The male protagonist transmigrated to Zhao Gongming, a disciple of Jie School, and interacted with many gods, including many ancient Greek gods.
4. "Divine Canon of the Gods": Traversing through 5000 years of time and space, witnessing how God became God, how the Old Gods quietly retired, and how the new gods turned the tides of history. It narrates the myths of the origin of the world, including many mainstream myths, such as Noah's Ark, the eternal God, dragons, and angels.
I hope you like this fairy's recommendation. Muah ~๐
Love and loyalty are also common themes. Percy has to figure out his feelings for each goddess in the harem and also deal with their loyalty to him and vice versa. It's about building relationships in a complex setting. For example, in some fanfictions, Percy has to choose between the loyalty of one goddess and his growing feelings for another.