Paleothea

Gods and Goddesses

The immortals are gorgeous, dangerous, petty, brilliant, and forever one bad mood away from changing someone's bloodline. This is where Olympus and its older shadows preen, scheme, bless, punish, seduce, and pretend any of it is justice. Read on if you enjoy divine power with silk robes, sharp teeth, and a talent for making mortals regret being noticeable.

Collected entries

Greek Mythology

Tantalus Greek Myth

Tantalus, the son of Zeus and the nymph Plouto, enjoyed a privileged position among the gods, dining on nectar and ambrosia at Zeus's table. However, this intermingling with the divine set him up for a legendary downfall. In contrast to his humble subjects on earth, Tantalus indulged in privileges...