Zeus: A Short Biography

Here is a short biography of Zeus, regularly portrayed as a leader and shining example to gods and men. But, was he really the good guy we think he is? Maybe not…

Native name: Zεúς

Equivalent: Jupiter (Roman), Dyeus (Proto-Indo-European)

Deity of: Sky, Thunderstorms, Law, Justice, and more

Race: Olympians (Gods)

Spouse: Hera

Father of: Ares (to Hera), Hephaestus (to Hera), Apollo (to Leto), Artemis (to Leto), Athena (to Metis), Hermes (to Maia), Persephone (to Demeter), Aphrodite (to Dione) and Heracles (to Alcmene) among many others

In mythology:

Zeus is considered to be the “Father” of all gods and heroes, and chief of the Ancient Greek pantheon. From his throne in the divine palace – situated above the clouds of Mount Olympus – he watches over the universe, administering justice where it is required. The youngest son of the Titanes Cronus and Rhea, he was hidden on Earth by his mother so as to survive his father’s attempts of preventing his own prophecized downfall. When he had grown, Zeus rescued his siblings and led the rebellion against the Titanes, eventually overthrowing Cronus and being proclaimed ruler. Despite his authority, he is not omnipotent: he cannot change the fate of men and gods – only delay it – but has been responsible for the last few lifecycles to cleanse the Earth of its corrupt humans. He is also known for his multitude of consorts – including mortal ones – which have seen him father many Olympians and demi-gods, his favorite being Heracles. Zeus often rewards heroes, but brutally punishes wrongdoers; he once hung Hera upside down from the sky for her jealousy after she tried to drown Heracles in a tempest.

In Axtelera Ray:

Before the Age of the Great Forefathers, the Kingdom of Gaea was a violent and chaotic place ruled by the Titanes. When a third son was born to the wicked King Cronus, the baby was secretly taken to Earth where he would grow up on Crete without knowledge of his heritage. Upon his eventual return to Octavia, he united an army of several races and led an uprising against the throne. His victory heralded in the new Age, and Zeus reigned over Gaea for millennia as both a just king and valiant warrior. Often visiting Earth to influence its civilization and lie with human maidens, he in time fathered Heracles. It was upon Zeus’ insistence and guidance that Heracles came to live in Octavia, but his presence and immense strength would start a chain of events that would ultimately mean the doom of the elite.

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