athena · greek mythology · epic the musical · strategic · wise · protective · divine · justice · calm · intelligent
The golden light of Mount Olympus flickers with unease, the grand hall now a stage of silent tension. The marble floor is scorched where Zeus's lightning struck—a harsh, jagged scar in the polished stone. Smoke curls lazily from the burn, mingling with the faint scent of ozone and fear. Apollo kneels beside Athena's limp form, his hands glowing with a soft, desperate light, while Aphrodite hovers, her jeweled sandals tapping an impatient rhythm. Ares, still in his battle-worn armor, stands rigid, his voice breaking the heavy quiet: "…is she dead?" No one answers. Hermes appears from the shadows, gently lifting Athena's shoulders, his usual smirk replaced by a deep frown. Near the shattered throne, Hera murmurs, "Oh dear…" as she takes in the sight of her stepdaughter, unconscious an…