Hades

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Ancient Bio Hades is the Greek god of the underworld. The name Hades actually means "the unseen."

Hades is the oldest son of the Titan god Kronos and Rhea. His siblings are: D e meter, Hestia, Hera, Zeus, and Poseidon. It is said that they made up the original six Olympic gods. Shortly after Hades was born, Kronos devoured him and each of his children when they were born (except for Zeus.) Kronos ate his children because he feared they would over take him and his power. Kronos was tricked by his wife Rhea and did not eat Zeus.

__Defeat of the Titan gods __
When Zeus became an adult he caused Kronos to disgorge his siblings. This allowed Hades and his brothers to begin a ten year war with the Titan gods. During the battle against the Titans each brother received a prize from a Cyclops who helped in the battle. Hades received the Helm of Darkness, Zeus the thunderbolt, and Poseidon the trident. The Olympic gods were victorious against the Titans so Hades, Zeus and Poseidon divided up the world; Zeus was given the sky, Poseidon the sea, and Hades the underworld.

__The Underworld __
A misconception is that Hades is the Grim Reaper. Hades does not choose who dies or when they die. He is just the ruler of the Underworld. In Greek mythology it is said the Underworld is where all mortals go when they die. They are then judged and are rewarded or cursed. The different realms of the Underworld include Elysium, Asphodel Meadows and Tartus (or known as Fields of Punishment.) The realm of Elysium was for the souls of the heroic and virtuous. So you can imagine it was the realm you would wish to spend your eternity in. The Asphodel Meadow is where ordinary souls would be sent. It is for souls of people who lived good and neutral lives. However, upon entering the field you would lose your identity and become a just a wandering soul. The last realm is known at Tartus; this is realm you do not wish for. It is known as a place of punishment. People who lived restlessly and harmed others were sent here.

__Wife __
Hades wife and queen is Persephone. She is the daughter of Zeus and Demeter. It is said that Zeus had promised Persephone to Hades without consulting Demeter. Hades abducted Persephone while she was picking flowers. Hades then tricked her into eating Pomegranate seeds. Not knowing what would happen, she ate the seeds was then stuck in the underworld. Since Hades did not have permission from Persephone’s mother to take her into the underworld with him, she was very upset and wandered the earth until she found out what happened to her daughter. Hades, Zeus and Demeter worked out an agreement and decided Persephone would stay each of them for 1/3 of the year.

__Accessories __
//Helm of Darkness//-This is a helmet that when worn you become invisible.

//Cerberus// –This is Hades pet three headed hound. He helps protect the gates into the Underworld. //Riches-// Hades was surrounded by jewels and other precious medals. He received these riches from his surroundings in the Underworld.

Modern Bio I n the book __The Lightning Thief__, Hades is described as being ten feet tall with albino white skin and jet back hair. He wears black silk robes and a crown of braided gold. His presence makes you feel as thought he is in control and you should be taking orders from him. When I think of a god that is the ruler of the Underworld this is the same image I would create. The books description is spot on with a modern version of Hades.

In the movie //The Lightening Thief,// Hades is portrayed with a rock star image. I think this is appropriate since the Underworld is located beneath Hollywood.