Herald of the Gods - Hermes

 

Messenger of the Gods

Hermes, herald to the Greek Gods, was also the patron of travelers, merchants, commerce, public speakers and thieves.

As the son of Zeus and Maia, his status as the messenger of the Olympian gods was enhanced. He also relayed messages from the gods to their human worshipers. 

As with all messengers, not all of his news was popular with the recipients, especial as he was often the guide to the entry of the underworld.

Regardless, Hermes delivered his communications professionally, speedily and with as little emotion as possible. To the Romans he was Mercury (Mercurius) with much of the same responsibilities.

Hermes is a large plastic miniature from Mystic Battles that I finished in November of 2021.

Athena

                                                 

Athena (Minerva to the Romans) Goddess of Wisdom and War.

Sprouting full grown from the head of her father Zeus (Jupiter to the Romans) with armor, shield and spear, Athena became one of the main gods of the Greek-Roman pantheon.

With her owl as symbol of her wisdom, Athena soon became the both the goddess of wisdom and military tactics.

Patron goddess of the city of Athens, Athena was also the half-sister of the hero Herakles (Hercules to the Romans).

She was a great supporter of many Greek hero's such as Jason, Perseus and of course her sibling Herakles.

She was especially helpful with Herakles' 12 tasks and Perseus' attempt to save his love Andromeda from the sea monster Cetus.

When Perseus beheaded the gorgon Medusa, he presented the head to Athena a thanks for her assistance in his quest. She placed the head upon her aegis (shield).

Be it wisdom, war or handcrafts, Athena was seen in the Greek World as one of the best of the 12 Olympian Gods.

I painted this model of Athena in 2020.