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About This Quiz
Greek mythology is chock-full of intriguing stories, to say the least. OK, let's be honest; they're downright controversial. Even in this modern day, the relationships and events portrayed in these stories can shock and surprise those who read them. This body of work contains many themes tagged as taboo in ancient times. There's sex, incest, rape, murder, castration, abductions and other unspeakable acts. Yes, they're still taboo, but we can dissect these issues properly now, at least.Â
Based on these topics, it's safe to assume that even the minor characters in these tales may have something to say about the major players for sure. Ever wonder what the family or friends of Zeus' lovers said about this philandering god? People are powerless compared to these deities, sure. But that doesn't make mortal opinions invalid.
What about the other major characters? Ever wonder how they felt about specific events? We're sure they also have an opinion or two. Think of how the primordial beings felt horrified when the Titans took over in the brutal way they did. And that war waged by the Olympians against their own predecessors was something else. That's what the Titanomachy was all about. Talk about family drama!Â
Want to join the fray? Fit in as one of the goddesses. We'll drop some opinion and info about specific mythical figures and tell us what you think. We'll then see, based on your opinion, which goddess you're echoing, personality-wise. Come on; this one's truly fun!
That Zeus guy is such a hunk, right?
Yes, I admit. But he must keep it in his pants! All the time!
Yeah, whatever you say.
Well, I guess this apple didn't fall far from that tree if you know what I mean.
He's my dad, too, but I don't see him that way. She should respect women more.
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Ares is cuter when he's not angry, methinks. What say you?
Takes after his Ma no matter what his Pa says. Yeah, I'm the Ma!
Good looks don't help kill the enemy, you know.
Don't I know it! He's very handsome indeed.
Yeah, whatever.
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Ooh, I'd like to run away to the underworld with Hades, too! You?
Go! And while you're there, guard all of Zeus' mistresses I'll be sending down there.
Wait, is this a battle strategy? Tell me which kind first.
Ugh. Not my type.
Sorry. I have no respect for men who abduct women.
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As goddess is my witness, you'll never go hungry with Demeter. Am I right?
Yes, she's a fine sister, that Demeter. Until that one time with Zeus, bah! Traitor!
Right you are, Scarlett O'Hara.
Wait, which goddess witnessed this?
Yep. We both protect the lands in our own way.
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I'd take Dionysus out for a drink anytime, baby! Cool with you?
Fine. Just don't bring Zeus along. You know how he gets when inebriated.
Ugh! No discipline, that one. Always partying!
Well, there was that one time with that guy ...
Not a fan of drinking, sorry.
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Apollo's so spot on with those oracles. Agree?
That son of Zeus and Leto should have never been born!
It's indeed in sync with my worshippers, too.
Yes. And we're both beautiful beings, too.
Of course! That's my brother!
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That Hermes sure is fast with those winged sandals! Want to run with him?
He's reliable for certain errands, yes. I can vouch for him.
I can recruit him as my foot soldier if he's that good.
He's also fast in something else, you know. Just that one time, though.
Bet I can defeat him in a stag race!
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Eros can hit me anytime with that love arrow, you know. Do you have the same aim?
Aim it away from Zeus, please. Or else!
I have better aim! I'm the goddess of war!
He learned it from his mother — me!
Can he defeat this hunter goddess? Don't think so.
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Picking Poseidon for a date is precious to me! Do you agree?
Just make sure that baby brother of mine behaves, OK?
Not sure. Do you have gills?
Take a number, dear. After mine.
Just make sure you can swim away if you don't like what's happening, OK? Or call me; I'll send help.
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Hephaestus can forge the best weapons ever! Do you know this fact?
Of course! That god of fire is my son, you know. He's the best!
I admire his weaponry skills.
Sure, my ball and chain.
Thanks for the awesome bow and arrow set, brother!
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Titans like Kronos should also get their share of the limelight. Right?
He wasn't such an ideal father, in my opinion.
Real heroes don't need any limelight.
I'm still hurt that I'm one of the swallowed children. Hard to recover from such things, you know.
He's a grumpy grandpa, they said. No judgment here. Never met the man.
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I feel for Prometheus. That eternal punishment isn't fair, you know?
Hey, you play with fire, you burn, as they say.
I believe it is a just way of punishing prisoners of war.
At least it's not his eternal looks that will get damaged.
I just hope humans know the sacrifice he did for them.
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Anyone can make mistakes like Pandora. Can you forgive her?
We cannot forgive grave offenses. Ever!
Ever heard of that saying "curiosity killed the cat"? She missed that memo.
I can. Part of her came from me, anyway. Can't be all that bad.
That's what you get when you open a jar of ugly, honey.
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Ooh, can I "belabor" Heracles sometime, too? Get it? Get it?
He should finish all of mine first! Work, work, work!
Don't disturb the busy man. His errands come first.
Make sure you're worthy, girl!
Whatever. Good luck with that!
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It's a challenge to pry Narcissus out of that pond reflection, girl. Yeah?
I don't envy those who like him. Suffer!
That's one less soldier to recruit.
Wait 'til he sees me. Then we'll see.
Just tell him not to act like a deer. I might mistake him for one during hunting season!
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Helen of Troy surely knows how to "start" a war, you think?
By being awarded as the fairest one of all? I'm the fairest of all goddesses. Not her!
No, I'm the fairest one! Not her! Just because I'm in battle gear all the time doesn't mean I'm not pretty.
Incentivize, my dears. Paris knows I'm the best choice. No warring about that.
No contest, girl. The crown is yours. Leave me out of it.
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Never be as ambitious as that Icarus guy, right?
Only those with natural wings can fly. Now he knows.
I admire the ingenuity of his skill, though. And the perseverance to escape jail.
I don't know. Is he cute?
As long as he doesn't land on my hunting ground, I'm good.
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Can I be the one to tell Achilles to protect his heels, pretty please?
Destiny is destiny.
As a warrior, he should protect all of his body parts. Tell him that!
Good luck with that, girl. I hear he plays for another team. Nothing wrong with that, though. Just don't fall hard if you don't want to share.
I don't like him. He roams around with men who kill my sacred deer!
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There's a way around King Midas' touch, I know. Dare to find out?
It's fool's gold, I tell you. Fool's gold!
Greed has its limits. Now he knows!
I don't appreciate it when he takes "being golden" too literal, you know.
Gold is of no value to me.
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Despite her flaws, Medusa can be a good BFF, I think. Am I right?
That's one less gal Zeus will fall for. I'm cool with her.
She knows my wrath. Hah!
I pity that creature. What a waste of former beauty.
Well, she can hide here in the forest with me, if she wants.
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Pegasus is quite the useful pet, isn't he?
He serves Zeus well as a chariot driver. He's OK.
I tamed him for Bellerophon, you know. He should thank me for having that "pet" of his.
I suppose. Don't have an opinion on that.
Hm, I wonder if I can borrow him for a ride ...
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The Nine Muses do amuse me much, it's true. How about you?
Born out of Zeus' affair with Mnemosyne? Hmm! I am not amused.
They're good performers. Nice intermission when resting from battle.
They are amusing, for sure!
My brother Apollo's like their manager, you know? We hang out a lot.
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I'm tempted to whisper a name to the Three Fates from time to time. Do you know what I mean? Wink, wink!
How about Zeus' lovers? I have a list!
I'd rather challenge my enemies to a battle. The Fates can wait.
Don't rush someone's destiny that way.
Oh, just leave them be. Duty calls, you know.
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Oh, poor Oedipus. Shall I intervene to prevent him from enacting his destiny?
It's final. Don't mess with it.
A true warrior accepts his destiny, no matter what.
Can I tempt him with my good looks, too?
Don't disrespect the oracle!
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Play it, Orpheus, play that lyre. Any requests?
Something that will hypnotize Zeus so he won't philander much. Too much to ask?
Know any battle marches?
Anything that will make me feel prettier. Impossible, I'm sure, but he can try.
Any will do. My brother Apollo taught him how to play, you know.
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Don't be bullheaded with that Minotaur, OK?
I bet Zeus has something to do with this creature. I can connect those dots.
Hey, that creature eats Athenians! Not good!
I'm with Theseus on this one. Defeat that monster!
I'm a great hunter. But I'm not going inside the labyrinth to hunt that one down.
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I wouldn't mind being friends with the queen of the underworld. Any Persephone fans out there?
She's the result of Zeus' infidelity with Demeter. Not a fan!
At least she became a queen. Good for her.
That cousin of mine is a pretty one, too. Not as gorgeous as me, though.
I feel for her. I don't like abductions of any kind, no matter the reason or the season.
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Ha! That Sisyphus got what he deserved. Right?
Right! That's what you get for having such hubris. Arrogant one!
Deceit has its comeuppance.
No one messes with the Olympians, you know. Push that boulder up! Again! And again!
Repeat offenders like him deserve harsh punishment.
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Tantalus needs to suffer for being arrogant, don't you think?
Absolutely! Yet another offspring of Zeus' affairs!
Serves him right for serving up his son for us to feast on. Such arrogance!
To think I nearly ate his son! What can that have done to my flawless complexion? Ugh!
Embrace that eternal hunger, dude. You don't steal nectar and ambrosia and get away with it.
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Can I be an Argonaut so I can sail off with Jason, too?
Hey, I blessed him on that journey, you know. Remind him to thank me.
I guess he's OK as a hero. As a warrior, I'm not sure.
Not too pretty for me. Go one, have him.
I feel sorry for Medea, though. He shouldn't have left her for another woman.
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