Ruptured not only affects an enemy's movement, but also affects the movement from various other Knockback effects. His signature Status Curse is Ruptured, which rapidly deals damage to enemies as they move. Poseidon's Cast boon, Flood Shot, is a frequent prerequisite for Duo Boons, making it a notable choice for those that are prioritizing their Cast. ![]() Poseidon boons are among the only to offer Artifact currencies and increase their rate of acquisition. Poseidon boons offers the 3rd highest raw percentage damage increase in Hades, as well as the ability to knock enemies around, dealing extra wall slam or trap damage. Poseidon is the god of the sea and of horses, and occasionally referred to by the epithet of "Earthshaker." He, like many of his fellow Olympians, offers boons to Zagreus that significantly increase the damage of his abilities, as well as cause his abilities to inflict Knockback. ![]() When the Titans were defeated the gods of Olympus split power between themselves.Hoy there, little Hades! You recognize your uncle, do you not? We've a lot of catching up to do, but first things first, you get yourself out of that dour Underworld! As for me, I'll see if I can stir things up a bit to cover your advance! Zeus became their king and took the sky, while his brother Poseidon was given dominion over the sea. In some myths Zeus uses his authority as king to command his brother, but in others they seem to be of similar importance. In fact, some myths seem to even show Poseidon as a more king-like figure. In both legends and art the brothers were very similar. This could be due to the conventions of portraying gods, but other Olympians have far more varied personalities. These similarities, along with a few key details in mythology, show that Zeus and Poseidon were probably not originally thought of as brothers. How did two kings of the gods come to split power? Keep reading to find out! Zeus and Poseidon as Brothers They didn’t even initially belong to the same culture. In Greek mythology, Zeus and Poseidon were two of the ruling brothers of the pantheon along with the third brother, Hades.Īccording to the myths, Zeus was the king and the three divided power between the realms. Zeus had the sky, Poseidon had the sea, and Hades had the underworld. Gaia could not be given to any single god and be ruled over, so the brothers divided the earth between them. Hades, however, rarely came to the surface so Zeus and Poseidon were most active on land. While the brothers ruled over their individual realms, Zeus was the ultimate authority in the affairs of the gods. While Poseidon ruled the seas, he still had to defer to his brother’s authority. This happened often as the two brothers often butted heads. Both were known for their tempers and ability to hold a grudge. When angered by Odysseus, for example, Poseidon’s fury resulted in the sailor spending ten years on his journey home. The ruler of the sea only relented when ordered to do so by Zeus.īoth Zeus and Poseidon were gods who commanded respect and even fear more than love. They showed exceptional favor to few but their anger could be quick and relentless.Īnother thing both gods had in common was that the few people they showed favor to were most often their many mistresses and children. While Zeus’s affairs were more numerous and famous, Poseidon too was the father of many legendary rulers, heroes, and minor gods. The similarities between Poseidon and Zeus extended to the ways in which they were depicted. ![]() Greek gods and goddesses were often portrayed in idealized and somewhat standardized forms. With a few exceptions, they were most identifiable by their symbols and attributes. Both were shown as venerable and powerful older men. Their bodies were generally more broad and heavily muscled than those of the gods who were presented as younger. They had the long white beards that denoted age and wisdom in Greek iconography. In fact, the physical features assigned to the two gods were so similar that without recognizable symbols, such as Poseidon’s trident or Zeus’s eagle, they were indistinguishable. ![]() The similarities in Zeus and Poseidon’s depictions, personalities, and stories are due to more than just artistic convention or even their relationship as brothers. Many historians believe that the two gods once held the same position.
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