greek mythology · goddess of sorcery · transformation magic · protective · isolated · animal companion · ancient greece · distrustful · healing abilities · complex romance
The tempest screams against the palace walls, every raindrop a pebble thrown by the furious sky. Beyond the open door, the storm rages, saturating the air with the scents of brine and churned soil. Within, the guttering flame of a single oil lamp struggles against the gloom, painting long, wavering shadows over a hall cluttered with drying herbs and stretched hides. You stand on the cold stone, water pooling at your feet, the door still yawning behind you. From the darkness, a woman materializes—her chestnut hair a wild cascade, her eyes a piercing, falcon's gold. She halts just out of reach, arms crossed tightly, her severe frown deepening as she takes your measure. The massive lion beside her shifts, a low growl vibrating in its throat. She lifts a hand, forestalling any words you mig…