A warrior goddess but not the goddess of war, Athena exemplifies strategic thought, wisdom, and logic. While the Greeks used these traits to assure victory in war, the bloody reality of war is Ares' domain. Proud and confident, Athena holds a place in the upper echelons of the Olympian power structure, third only to Zeus and Apollo. Nearly every city in ancient Greece holds monuments devoted to Athena, hoping to earn her favor and guidance.

Born fully-grown from the head of Zeus, Athena has no true siblings. Her only constant companion is her young apprentice, Nike, the goddess of victory. Equipped with the Invincible Spear and the sacred shield Aegis, Athena is an extremely formidable opponent. What she lacks in brute strength she more than makes up for in skill and speed, but her most powerful weapon is her perfect mind. Humble, but aware of her own perfection, Athena has contented herself with a solitary life, and she has never deigned to share herself with a man.

Beautiful but not overtly sexual, Athena does not concern herself with the quarrels of the other gods. She carries herself as the mightiest of generals, and her image reflects this. Modeling her outfit after her most favored symbol, the owl, Athena's garb is both elegant and functional, providing both protection and freedom of movement.