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Gods

Gods - This is not an exhaustive list of Greek gods by any means.  However, requiring the player to recognize and understand the idiosyncrasies of each of several gods of Olympus is beyond the scope of what is necessary for the game.  Instead the player will deal with five of the most iconic and well-known gods.  This will simplify the cognitive burden on the player, and make each god seem like a meaningful entity.  Each god will be paired with a specific aspect of the game, where the player can indirectly change the balance of the game by offering tribute to different gods.  For a more detailed description of how the player interacts with gods in gameplay, see the Interactive World Elements section.

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• Zeus -The king of the gods, usually symbolized by thunderbolts.  Zeus's power on Olympus is echoed in his tendency to increase the fortitude of the player (increasing the player's health).
• Poseidon -The god of the ocean and earthquakes.  He is normally symbolized by the trident.  Poseidon can imbue certain items with divine power, which makes them useful for solving puzzles.
• Ares -The god of war and bloodshed.  He is normally symbolized by a vulture or a spear.  Ares can bestow more physical strength on the player, allowing for more offensive strength when attacking enemies in combat.
• Hephaestus - The god of technology and metallurgy.  He is normally symbolized by a hammer and anvil.  Hephaestus can repair and improve the player's armor.
• Athena -The goddess of wisdom, strategy, and reason. She is normally symbolized by an owl.  Athena can give the player critical hints on how to proceed through the labyrinth and teach the player new skills.