Roman mythology

Roman mythology is the stuff of legends – but not the good kind. Think hot-headed gods, vengeful goddesses, and mortals who just can’t seem to catch a break. Here’s a closer look at some of the most entertaining characters from this ancient pantheon.

Jupiter: The daddy of all gods

Jupiter is the king of the gods, but don’t be fooled – he’s not exactly father figure material. He spends most of his time bickering with his wife Juno and cheating on her with mortal women. Perhaps most famously, he turned himself into a giant swan to seduce a woman named Leda. Talk about fowl play.

Juno: The queen bee

Jupiter’s wife, Juno, is not exactly a model of marital fidelity either. She spends most of her time plotting revenge against her cheating husband and his mistresses. Her favorite target is Jupiter’s illegitimate son Hercules, whom she torments mercilessly. She’s like the Regina George of Mount Olympus.

Venus: The goddess of love (and drama)

Venus is the goddess of love, but her love life is a hot mess. She has affairs with everyone from her brother Mars to the mortal Anchises, and her husband Vulcan is constantly catching her in the act. She’s to blame for much of the drama in the pantheon, which is saying something.

Mars: The god of war (and tantrums)

Mars is the Roman god of war, but you’d think he was the god of temper tantrums with the way he acts. When he’s not fighting battles, he’s sulking about something or other. His relationship with Venus is particularly fraught, as the two of them can’t seem to decide whether they hate each other or love each other. It’s a toxic situation, tbh.

Minerva: The brainy babe

Minerva is the goddess of wisdom, and she’s one of the few level-headed deities in the pantheon. She spends most of her time studying, inventing new things, and helping mortals with their problems. Unfortunately, nobody pays much attention to her, as they’re too busy bickering and causing drama.

Overall, Roman mythology is a hot mess, but it’s an entertaining mess. Whether you’re looking for stories of love, war, or revenge, you’ll find it in spades in this ancient pantheon. Just don’t expect any healthy relationships.